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WAR ADDRESSES, PROCLAMATIONS 
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GOVERNOR WILLIAM D. STEPHENS 




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WAR ADDRESSES, PROCLAMATIONS 
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The Honorable William D. Stephens, 

Governor of California, 

March 15, 1917. 



FOREWORD. 

The War History Department of the California Historical Survey 
Commission presents herewith a collection of M^ar addresses, proclama- 
tions and patriotic messages delivered by His Excellency, Governor 
William D. Stephens, to the people of California during the prosectition 
of the World War, April 6. 1017, to November 11, 1918, and the period 
of reconstruction immediately following. 

The Governor's formal messages bearing upon the war which appear 
elsewhere in jiublished form, and many others of which no written 
record is available, have not been included in this compilation. 

WAR HISTORY DEPARTMENT, 

Genevieve Ambrose, Secretary. 



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TABLE OF CONTENTS. 



WAR ADDRESSES. 

Page 

Address before Citizens' I'atriotic Mass Meeting, Los Angeles, March 31, 1917_ 11 
"America's Entrance into the War." before Citizens' Patriotic Mass Meeting. 

Auditorium, San Francisco, April 10, 1917 13 

Address before the California Federation of Women's Clubs, Pasadena, 

May 1, 1917 15 

Address at the Annual Banquet of the Pasadena Board of Trade, Pasadena, 

May 1, 1917 IT 

"The State Council of Defense," before the Commonwealth Club. San Francisco, 

June IS. 1917 19 

Independence Day Address, Sacramento, July 4, 1917 21 

"California's Duty in the War," before Los Angeles Chautauqua, July 16, 1917 22 
"California's Response to the Nation's Need," before Berkeley Chamber of 

Commerce, December 19. 1917 24 

Lincoln Day Address. Fresno. February 12, 1918 28 

Address before the State Convention of the California Federation of Women's 

Clubs. Oakland. March 26, 1918 29 

Address before the Northern California Editorial Association, Woodland, 

April 27. 191S 32 

War Conference Address, Los Angeles, May 13, 1918 33 

Independence Day Address. Berkeley, July 4, 1918 35 

Address before the Convention of Associated Advertising Clubs of the World. 

San Francisco. July 7, 1918 38 

"Dedication of California's Service Flag." Sacramento. August 16, 191S 39 

"Our Departed Heroes." before the (irand Lodge of Free and Accepted Masons, 

San Francisco, October 14, 1919 42 

Words of Welcome to King Albert and Queen Elizabeth of Belgium, Oakland. 

October 14, 1919 __-_ 44 

"Good Bve" to King Albert and Queen Elizabeth of Belgium, Pa-sadena, Octo- 
ber 17, 1919 -14 

Welcome Home Addi-ess. November 11, 1919 45 

Armistice Day Address. I'orterville, November 11, 1920 47 

An Act to Create A State Council of Defense. 1917 52 

WAR PROCLAMATIONS AND PATRIOTIC MESSAGES. 

Naming of the State Council of Defense Members, April 4. 1917 55 

Resources and Food Supply Conference Proclamation, April l()-28, 1917 55 

First Liberty Loan Subscrii)ti()n A])peal, May 14-June 15. 1917 56 

Red Cross Sunday Proclamation. May 24, 1917 56 

Lndorsement of the State Department of Americanization, May 31, 1917 56 

Statement of the Preparation for Registration Day, .Tune 3, 1917 57 

Selective Draft Registration Proclamation. June 5. 1917 57 

Statement of the Result of the Draft Registration. June 6, 1917 58 

Marine Corps Enlistment Week Proclamation, Jime 10-16, 1917 58 

Flag Day Proclamation, June 14, 1917 59 

Salvation Army Fund Drive Proclamation, August 18-28, 1917 59 

Proclamation on Entrainment of the First Contingent of the Army Created 

Under the Selective Service Act, September 5, 1917 59 

Second Liberty Day I'roclamation, October 24, 1917 — 60 

Food Pledge Proclamation, October 29, 1917 60 

Restricted Delivery Service Proclamation, November 8, 1917 61 

Pmdorsement of Boy Scouts, November 30, 1917 61 

Thrift Day Proclamation. December 13, 1917 61 

Dynamiting of the Executive Mansion. December 17. 1917 62 

Message to All Men of California in the Service of the Nation, December 25, 

1917 62 

Smileage Books Campaign Proclamation, January 28-Februai"j- 3, 1918 62 



Table of Contents — Continued. 

Page 

'rag-Your-Sliovel-Day Proclamation, January V>0. 1918 63 

Fhip-Yard Volunteer Proclamation, February 5, 1918 63 

Letter of Sympathy to a Mother whose Son was Lost in the Sinking of the 

Steamship Tnscania, February 7, 1918 64 

Junior Red Cross Enrollment. Februai-y 10. 1918 65 

TUiited States Boys' Working Reserve Proclamation. March 18, 1918 65 

Third Liberty Loan Statement. April 5. 1918 65 

Win the War Day Proclamation. April 6. 1918 66 

Third Liberty Day Proclamation. April 26, 1918 66 

Educational Campaign Proclamation, May 5. 1918 67 

.^lothers" Day Proclamation. May 12. 1918 67 

Appeal to Teachers for Co<>peration in the War Savings Campaign. Mav 10. 

191S - - 67 

Farm Labor Proclamation. May IS, 1918 68 

Italy Dav Proclamation, May 24. 1918 69 

Buy Coal Week Proclamation. June 3-8, 1918 69 

Flag Day Proclamation. June 14, 1918 70 

National War Savings Day Proclamation. June' 28. 1918 70 

Loyalty Day Statement. July 4, 1918 71 

ludependeuce Day Proclamation. July 4. 1918 71 

Fall of the Bastile Anniversary Proclamation. .Tune 14, 1918 72 

Student Nurses Reserve Proclamation, July 29. 1918 72 

Proclamation for the Purchase of War Savings Stamps on Admission Dav. 

September 9. 1918 72 

Selective Draft Registration Proclamation. September 12, 1918 73 

Gas Mask Statement. September 20. 1918 73 

Fourth Liberty Loan Proclamation, September 28. 191S 73 

Fourth Liberty Day Proclamation, October 12, 1918 74 

Buy Another Bond Appeal. October 12. 1918 74 

Plans for Reconstruction Outlined to the Director of the State Council of 

Defense. November 1. 191S '. 74 

Armistice Day Proclamation, November 11, 1918 76 

United War Work Campaign Proclamation. November 11, 1918 76 

Tribute to the Relatives of California's Hero Dead, November 11. 1918 77 

lOndorsement of the Work of the Victory Boys and Girls in the United War 

Work Campaign. November 14, 1918 77 

Proclamation for the Use of Home Products on Thanksgiving Day. Novem- 
ber 22. 1918. 1 ' 77 

Thanksgiving Day Proclamation. November 22. 1918 78 

\Vorld Relief Week Proclamation, December 1-7, 1918 78 

British Day Proclamation, December 7. 1918 79 

Red Cross Membership Proclamation. December 9^23, 1918 79 

Appreciation of the Services of the Ninety-first Division. December 15, 1918 79 

Community Day Proclamation, December 27. 1918 80 

Appreciation of the Services of the California Colored Troops. December 28. 

1918 80 

Armenian-Syrian Relief Day Proclamation, January 12. 1919 81 

Enlistment Week Proclamation. January 2.'i-February 1. 1919 81 

Statement of the Appointment of the St.'ite Committee on Soldiers' Employment 

and Readjustment. February 5. 1919 82 

League of Nations Day Proclamation. February 17. 1919 82 

Special Message to the Legislature regarding the Constitution of State High- 
ways. April 3. 1919—^ L 83 

Employment Sunday Proclamation. IVfay 4, 1919 84 

Victory Loan Statement, May 5. 1919 84 

Franco-American Children's Fete Day Proclamation, May 24, 1919 85 

Memorial Day Proclamation. May 30." 1919 85 

Boy Scout Week Proclamation. June 8-14. 1919 86 

Flag Day Proclamation. June 14. 1919 86 

Rehabilitation Week Proclamation. .Tune 20-27. 1919 86 

Service ^Nlen's Educational I'roclamation. July 3. 1919 87 

Greetings to the Pacific Fleet on its Entrance into San Francisco Harbor. 

September 1. 1919 87 

Personal Message of Welcome to Returning Service Men. November 11. 1919 88 

Service Men's Home Coming Celebration Proclamation. November 11, 1919 88 

Greetings to Returned Service Men, November 11. 1919 89 

Endorsement of the American Legion, January 24. 1920 89 

Armistice Day Proclamation, November 11, 1920 90 



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WAR ADDRESSES 



ADDRESS BEFORE CITIZENS' PATRIOTIC MASS MEETING. 

Delivered at Los Angeles, ^larch 31, 1017. 

We are assembled here tonight to reconsecrate ourselves to the service 
')f our country. A grave crisis threatens our peace and happiness. 
Daily we are being drawn closer to the great maelstrom that engages 
the nations of the world in cruel conflict. 

I do not speak to you tonight as an alarmist. There is no occasion 
for hysteria but it is important that our people shall be awake. We are 
in perilous times, and we must be alert to the supreme importance of 
preparing ourselves to meet any eventualities. 

Patriotic citizens all over this great land join tonight in the prayer 
that war may be averted, that the dark clouds which obscure the light 
of peace and goodwill among nations may roll away, and that the grave 
crisis which exists in the affairs of the nation may yet find honorable and 
and peaceful solution. 

But in the nation's prayer for peace there is included the firm and 
patriotic resolve that if war can not be averted our people shall be fully 
prepared in spirit and resources to defend our shores and firesides. 

As I said in my message to the legislature, and now repeat, we love 
peace and abhor war. God forbid that we should be forced into war. 
But we are Americans, and as Americans we shall suffer no hostile step 
upon our soil. 

Let us hope that this great meeting tonight will kindle fires of 
patriotism that will spread to every village and hamk^t — to every 
home — in our beloved state. Wherever the name of Wasliington is 
honored and wherever the heroic sendee of our forefathers at Valley 
Forge is remembered — there will be found the same national spirit that 
made this free country possible. It needs but the bugle call, such as is 
sounded here tonight, to fire that spirit of patriotism to action and to 
real service. 

In this hour of peril our reliance is upon the national government 
which, we may feel assured, will take all possible precaution to preserve 
peace while urging forward all preparations for the national defense. 
But in its work of preparation the national government is entitled to 
and should receive the unlimited support of, and the fullest cooperation 
from all the states of the Union. 

California, because of its exposed position and its long line of seaeoast, 
is particularly interested in promoting the national defense. In eveiy 
way possible we should lend our aid and assistance to this work. I 
believe that in a very practical way the people of this great state can 
aid the national government in furthering the work of preparation. 

To those who have given thought to existing conditions it is plaini,-y 
evident that reliance for the defense of our state must rest primarily 
upon the people now living here. But successfully to resist invasion by 
a foreign foe our people must possess not only the patriotic resolve 
but the physical means as well to defend our soil. Furthermore, they 
must have training to the end that they shall know how to transmute 
impulse into effective action. 



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The united weight of American loyalty must henceforward be con- 
centrated on effective governmental action. We must now begin to 
think with one mind upon the subject of adequate preparation for 
defense. 

With this object in view, I submitted to the legislature now in session 
the recommendation for a State Council of Defense. Within twenty- 
four hours after its introduction the bill creating the council passed 
both houses of the legislature without a dissenting vote. I will soon 
announce the membership of the council whose duty it will be to work 
out ways and means for placing California in a condition of prepared- 
ness in all lines so that our people may be in a position to withstand the 
severe trials which war, if unfortunately it should come, will impose. 

As set forth in the act, 

"It shall be the duty of the State Council of Defense at once to take under con- 
sideration the effects of the occurrence of war upon the people of the State of Cali- 
fornia : to consider measures for public defense and security, for the protection of 
routes of communication, for the betterment and protection of public health, for 
the public care and assistance of individuals and classes upon whom the hardships 
accasioned by war would fall most heavily, for the fuller development of the 
resources of the state, particularly those from which are derived the supplies of 
food and other commodities upon which the conduct of war makes especial drain ; 
to encourage the military training of the citizens of the state ; to examine into 
measures to increase the public revenue to meet war demands g.nd to effect the 
elimination of waste and extravagance ; and to consider measures to be taken to 
meet the exigencies of all situations occasioned by war."* 

With such a comprehensive program vested in the State Council of 
Defense, the legislature, it seems to me, has done its utmost to set in 
motion the great movement for preparedness in this state. The people 
must now respond and do their part to preserve California safe and 
free. We have within our borders all the elements and parts of a great 
national mechanism. To coordinate these elements and parts and to 
fire the living mechanism with the inspiring ideals of patriotism is the 
work to which you women and men here tonight must consecrate your- 
selves. 

We need in the great task before us the strength that is born of self- 
denial. Our country requires our services and we must be swift to 
respond in whatever fashion ditty calls. 

In the absence of national legislation providing for universal military 
training I believe the State of California can do much to give to the 
citizens of this state certain training in and knowledge of military 
matters that will be of very great benefit to them in case this nation, 
and particularly this coast, ever is attacked. 

In a land in which practically all the citizens physically fit may be 
called by the national government to instant service, it is neither fair 
nor just to fail to afford to them in times of peace an opportunity to 
prepare themselves for the discharge of such service. To expect men to 
take up arms without affording them every facility within our power to 
fit them to withstand the rigors of war is to show ourselves cruel and 
heartless. For the state longer to postpone the opportunity for military 
training is as unjust to patriotic citizens as it is unfair to the nation. 

The President's call to the National Guard of California renders it 
imperative that our men come forward at once so as to fill up the ranks 

*Por the full text of Governor Stephens' act to create a State Council of Defense 
see page 52. 



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le full strength. The nation's need is men — men inspired with patri- 
otism and a willingness to express that patriotism in service to their 
count r3^ 

As I have said elsewhere, it is unnecessary to pledge our people to 
the support of the President — they will accord it instantly. We are one 
people and we have but one cause — the cause of liberty and freedom. 
Our forefathers struggled to make it so — we of today must see to it that 
we are prepared to preserve it. 

The patriotic fervor that pulsates throughout this great assemblage 
carries with it the same loyalty and devotion to country that inspired 
the men of 1776. God grant that the state and the whole nation may 
be stirred by the same regenerative force which tonight quickens our 
hearts. 

As the poet Holmes has said : 

"One flas. one land, one heart, one hand — one nation evermore." 



AMERICA'S ENTRANCE INTO THE WAR. 

Delivered before Citizens' Patriotic Mass Meeting, Auditorinm, San Fi'ancisco, 

April 10, 1917. 

We are drawn together tonight to pledge anew our loyalty and to 
dedicate our lives, if need be, to the protection and the preservation 
of our country. We are at war. Not a war of conquest. Not a war 
of hate. It is a war of principle ; the principle of true liberty and free- 
dom ; the principle for which our forefathers fought ; the principle 
which we, as their loyal posterity, will tight gloriously to preseiwe. It 
is a war of the people. No tyrant, no autocratic power has compelled 
us to arms. Our President and Congress, in declaring the state of war, 
have spoken with the lawful authority of a hundred million voices. 

As a people we sought by every honorable means to avoid war. But 
our efforts have proven unavailing, and we have at last been forced 
to enter into the fierce conflict that for nearly three years has engaged 
the nations of the world. 

Trials teach us what we are, and this war 'wdll prove to all the world 
what American patriotism means. 

Now that we are a part of the conflict we shall set about our task 
with true American energy, unflinching American courage and 
unbounded American enthusiasm. There will be no temporizing. We 
shall spare no effort to show to all the world that the American people, 
responsive to the great world-dtity, mean btisiness. In the parlance 
of the ring, we shall hit — and hit hard. 

The flame of liberty may have paled somewhat during our long era 
of peace, but the light of its glowing embers tonight blazes forth bright 
and strong all over our land, and as brightly and as strongly in this 
glorious state as in any commonwealth of the union. 

Lack of patriotism must be made odious. There can he no laggards 
in this national crisis. There can be no neutrality where our own 
country is involved. All must step forward prepared to undertake 
any sacrifice and to endure any hardship in support of our common 
fireside. Let every man and woman become an integral factor in the 



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great preparedness force that this state shall produce. Men, money 
and munitions are the three essentials of successful defense — and the 
first of these is the foremost and pressing need. 

Men of California, patriotism is the demand of the house ; not merely 
the patriotism that expresses itself in declarations of allegiance, but 
patriotism that finds fulfillment in service. The President's call 
should quickly fill up the ranks of our National Guard with the bravest 
of our country's sons. 

The main reason, I believe, why our National Guard was not long 
ago up to its full strength was because service in the guard involved 
the obligation upon a guardsman not alone to take up arms against 
foreign foe, but as well take up arms against his brother in case of 
industrial dispute. This "strike duty" provision has, to my mind, 
been a bar to many of the strongest, the bravest, the most patriotic men 
in our state and nation. 

The State Council of Defense, composed of persons representative of 
all of our activities, last week, by unanimous vote, adopted a recom- 
mendation to the legislature that this obnoxious "strike duty" feature 
permitted under the law, relative to service in the National Guard, be 
eliminated. I sincerely trust that our state lawmakers will act upon 
the recommendation and that they attach an urgency clause to it mak- 
ing it immediately operative. If such an act comes to my desk I shall 
sign it instantl.y. Remove this bar and men from all industries will, 
I feel sure, be swift to assume in the National Guard their responsibil- ■ 
ities as defenders of the commonwealth. 

Our people everywhere have one thought and one impulse ; all realize 
that the defense of the country is not an obligation to be shunned, but 
a privilege to proclaim and a duty to fulfill. 

In my recent message to the legislature, I called attention to the fact 
that under the national law all able-bodied citizens of military age are 
subject to call by the President for militarj^ service. For the most part 
that call comes only when immediate, active service is required. Men 
are taken from their peaceful pursuits without previous training, 
utterly unprepared to withstand the hardships that warfare imposes. 

We must correct that condition of affairs as quickly as possible. 
Universal training must be established. Failure to do so is to expose 
our patriotic sons and brothers to cruel and needless suffering. 

Within thirty minutes after the President signed the declaration of 
war last Friday there was assembled at Sacramento the State Council 
of Defense. With patriotic fervor the task of placing California in 
a state of preparedness was at once taken up, and will be prosecuted 
with utmost diligence. Everything will be done that can be done to 
prepare us as a people for whatever eventualities ma^^ occur. I feel 
sure that I can bespeak your cooperation and support in the patriotic 
labor to which this splendid group of men and women who compose the 
council have unselfishly committed themselves. 

But while the work of preparation is going ahead at full speed, let 
it not be accompanied by unnecessary alarm. Things will continue 
to move along in orderly procedure. We want enthusiasm but not 
excitement. We shall go about our work with vigor and determination, 
yet with a steadfast purpose to demonstrate that we can be temperate, 
patient and just, even in the midst of strife. 



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It is the part of wisdom that we begin at once to husband our 
resources, both public and private, in order that we may never be over- 
taken in a condition of want. If we practice due methods of conserva- 
tion we shall be able to meet every exigency, and successfully encounter 
whatever demand war ma}' impose. Let all of our people proceed 
with their vocations as usual, developing our resources wherever pos- 
sible, producing more of everything, economizing in every way, render- 
ing loyal support to the national government and to the state govern- 
ment as well. It is manifestly a time for patience, good will, industry 
and economy. 

The highest greatness, the loftiest achievement of man is service to 
country. The duty of every American today, the opportunity of every 
American is to serve his country with all his might and main. How 
long this war will last, how great a drain upon our resources it 
shall prove, we have no means of knowing. We, as a nation, are 
looking into a future that is uncertain. But however long, however 
bitter and exacting, Ave must and we shall \5jin this war, and establish 
an honorable peace. To that end let our one object be our country, our 
whole country and nothing but our country. 

Four centuries ago the dream of a land of liberty inspired a few 
adventurers to brave the untraversed ocean to establish on a rocky 
coast a little colony consecrated to the principles of democracy. Their 
sons, and their sons' sons struggled through a long period to maintain 
and to extend that principle. Bunker Hill and Yorktown and Valley 
Forge all tell of the heroic sacrifices made to establish this principle 
as the foundation of a great nation. 

More than a hundred years have now rolled by, and in retrospect we 
can see democracy in America growing brighter and brighter with each 
succeeding year. Today its bright light is illuminating the battle- 
scarred fields of Europe, Mndling hope for a freedom and equality 
hitherto to them unknown. 

Democracy in America is fulfilling its destiny. It is teaching to all 
the world the lesson of equality, of true brotherhood; teaching that 
man is his brother's keeper, striving through social and humanitarian 
laws to make this world a better and a happier place for all to live in. 

So we tonight face the future, full of hope that our democracy will 
endure. With Lincoln, let us have faith that right makes might, and 
in that faith let us, to this end, dare to do our duty as we under- 
stand it. 



ADDRESS BEFORE THE CALIFORNIA FEDERATION OF 
WOMEN'S CLUBS. 

Delivered at Pasadena, May 1, 1917. 

Madame President and Ladies: We are today facing a situation 
which calls for the concerted efforts of the women of California. There 
is need of strong, state-wide organization, such as this wonderful Federa- 
tion of Women's Clubs. We are engaged in war. The highest efficiency 
and the united energy of Ainerican citizenship is required. 

Your clubs are scattered everywhere over the state, all linked together 
with a common purpose, all cooperating in patriotic endeavor to make 

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our people ready for whatever exigencies may arise. With sudi an 
organized force to aid, our task of placing California on a l)itsiuess-like 
war basis will proceed with order and dispatch. 

To the end that we shall be in the best possible condition to withsttuid 
the strain tliat war must of necessity impose, it is important that waste 
of food products be reduced to the minimum. We must likewise set 
about to produce and conserve all kinds of food staples, so as to make 
our own people secure against want, and at the same time do our part 
towards feeding the millions who will be called from productive pursuits 
to assume, in one form or another, the duty of defense. 

Cooperation in this direction is but one of many practical ways by 
which the women of California, through their clubs, can bolp in this 
great crisis. Work in conjunction with tbe Red Cross, work of sanita- 
tion, home economics and kindred activities — all these furnish avenues 
for service which will demand the careful supervision and control that 
comes only through organization. 

What is needed is action, not ex,citement ; enthusiasm not hysteria. 
Calmness must be preserved, especially in the home. The usual normal 
tenor of our domestic life must continue. In this connection, as well, 
the women, through their clubs, can render potent service. 

Much has been said of the remarkable part that the women of Europe 
have taken in the war. In munition factories, in field hospital service, 
in wireless telegraphy and in scores of similar lines they have taken their 
place, and have demonstrated what they can do to aid their country. 

Imbued with the same spirit of patriotism, our own women, I feel 
sure, will respond Avith equal enthusiasm and courage, to our country's 
call for service. 

Extensive plans for coordinating the patriotic efforts of American 
women during the war are being worked out by the Federal government. 
The response from the women of California to whatever plans may be 
evolved will, I know, be prompt and loyal. 

I have learned from Mrs. Frank Gibson something of the scope of the 
work already under way by the California Federation of Womens' 
Clubs. You are preparing to render a great service to your nation 
and state, and in that preparation there is being shown the intelligence, 
the practical understanding of the big problems, and, too. the poise 
and calmness that should characterize all of our activities. 

The telegram sent me a short time ago by your honored president 
expressing the loyalty and support of forty thousand or more women, 
was a great help to me. It is a fine thing for the Governor of the state 
to feel that he can call upon the women of such an organization as this 
for encouragement and cooperation. 

Service in this crisis will not be confined alone to taking up arms in 
defense of country. There is equally important service to be done right 
here at home. Production of foodstuffs and the elimination of waste 
are urgent needs. Potatoes are just as necessary as cartridges. There 
is no danger of overdoing production. Women can render material 
help in this direction. 

It is not easy to imagine our country at war, especially here in Cali- 
fornia, M^here all is yet peaceful and unchanged ; but the realization will 
come, aiid we would be derelict in our duty if we did not now bend 
every effort to prepare our people to endure whatever of hardship and 
whatever of sacrifice will be required. 



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I have favored preparedness for years — I have advoeated it in season 
and out, in Congress and out, in California and out — preparedness that 
sliould preserve the young men of the nation — so that if war did come 
they should then go forth to defend their homes, confident of success — 
ready in every way to uphold the honor and glory of 

"Your flag aud my flag ! 

And, oh, bow much it holds — 
Your land and my land — 

Secure within its folds ! 
Your heart and my heart 

Beats quicker at the sight ; 
Sun-kissed and wind-tossed — 

Red and blue and white. 
The one flag — the great flag — 

The flag for me and you. 
Glorified all else beside — 

The red and white and blue." 



ADDRESS AT THE ANNUAL BANQUET OF THE 
PASADENA BOARD OF TRADE. 

Delivered at I'asadena, May 1, 1917. 

It is unnecessary to emphasize to you men of business affairs the 
seriousness of the problems that press upon us for solution as a result of 
the world-war of which w^e are now a part. It may be for only a year's 
duration, but it may be for a much long:er period, and the duties of the 
hour consist not alone of preparation for war and defense but also for 
the sacrifices that will have to be made by anticipating and minimizing 
their effect as much as possible. 

In order that California may be in the best possible condition to with- 
stand the strain that this struggle will impose, steps have been taken to 
organize in every one of the fifty-eight counties a defense board to work 
in conjunction with the State Council of Defense in whatever manner 
may be necessary to place the state upon a thoroughgoing business-like 
basis. It is my earnest desire that these county councils of defense be 
accorded your whole-hearted and enthusiastic support in the great task 
which is theirs. 

The need of the immediate hour is active preparation for supplying 
food. It is second only to the sterner duty of supplying men. Right 
now, however, the call is for production and conservation. Every 
person in the state will feel the effects of the war in one way or another 
and the best way to prepare to meet our obligations and res^ponsibilities 
is to begin retrenchment now, not after the resources and opportunities 
are gone. 

To aid in the nation-wide campaign for mobilization of food resources, 
our people should see to it that every acre of land, every vacant city 
lot, is made to yield its share of the vast food supply that our country, 
as a part of its duty in the great struggle, must contribute. 

But in order to carry on the intensive cultivation required, money 
must be provided to enable the farmer to buy seed and tools and to pay 
for labor while growing the crop. Here is one place where our cities 



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must participate as factors in production. They must enter also into 
the big- task of supplying men to harvest the crops. 

City capital and city men are needed in the present food campaign. 
According to information furnished by our State Council of Defense 
there are upward of a quarter of a million persons in California engaged 
in agriculture and allied industries. There are approximately one 
million in other gainful occupations. Taking the figures for our coun- 
try as a whole, one person out of every three in gainful occupations is 
engaged in agriculture ; in our state the ratio is one in five. That means 
that if we are to go ahead with intensive cultivation we must draw 
heavily- for our farm labor from our urban population. Twenty thou- 
sand men, I am informed, are required today in the fields of California. 
Here, then, is another problem for you men to help solve. 

We are facing uncertain times and it behooves each one of us to work 
diligently, but patiently and with the utmost good will towards making 
our people secure against want. Rising prices will continue unk\ss we 
can increase the production in all lines to offset the great and ever 
increasing demands. 

Effective work is being done in this direction by our State Council 
of Defense. In scientific research, for instance, work is being carried 
on that will result in immediate relief to industrial life. Just one of 
the numerous scientific problems at which the scientists in the labora- 
tories of our state university are now at work will suffice to illustrate 
the importance of the service being rendered. 

Our mines, as you know, are languishing, and in some cases actually 
closing down because of the lack of cyanide. The citrus industry, which 
is the backbone of our southern prosperity, also must have cyanide for 
the fumigation of the groves. Yet this chemical so needed for our 
activities is becoming scarcer and scarcer and is today practically unob- 
tainable. Unless this can be supplied our mining and horticultural 
interests must suffer. The federal government appealed to our State 
Council of Defense to help devise means for cyanide manufacture in 
California, and steps in that direction already have been taken to solve 
the problem, with, I may add, very good prospects of early success. 

In the matter of military protection the State Council of Defense 
recommended and the legislature enacted a measure for a State Defense 
Guard to be called into existence in the event that the National Guard, 
which now is a part of the federal service, should be called beyond the 
borders of the state. In that event we would be left without any 
adequate organized mobile force that might be called upon at any 
moment to deal swiftly and decisively with enemy plots anywhere within 
our state, or with disturbances this side our border line. 

It is my hope, that no necessity will arise for the calling into exist- 
ence of the whole or any considerable part of this State Defense Guard ; 
but situations are possilile in which the service of this guard would be of 
inestimable value. 

The act creating the guard is elastic in its terms and makes possible 
the calling into service in emergencies of any number of men, not to 
exceed one thousand. This force continues only so long as the emer- 
gency continues, the Governor being given the power to decrease or 
increase the number of men as he finds the occasion may require. 

You can rest assured that your present executive will permit of no 
drain upon the state funds for support of such a force except in case 



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of urgent need. In fact, the act authorizing the State Defense Guard 
may never be needed. But, if conditions should arise that will call 
for its operation, all of us will be profoundly thankful that our State 
Council of Defense and our legislature had the wisdom and the fore- 
sight to s:uard against possible danger. 

Other activities in the general scheme of defense have to do with tlic 
construction of coast highways, with transportation, with the mobiliza- 
tion of our manufacturing interests. In all these lines the work is 
being prosecuted with vigor, intelligence and patriotic earnestness. 
Already much has been accomplished of vital importance to the indus- 
trial and economic life of the state. With your aid and cooperation — 
Vv'ith all of our people working shoulder to shoulder California will do 
her part for our country in the great task she has assumed for the 
cause of civilization. 



THE STATE COUNCIL OF DEFENSE. 

Delivered before Coiniiiuiiwealth Club. Sau Fraiieiseo, June 18. 1917. 

In an economical sense, in a political sense and in a moral sense 
our country is now engaged in the greatest world responsibility that it 
has ever assumed. 

To bring the war to a successful conclusion, to win final victory in 
the age-long struggle of democracy transcends every other human 
interest. 

To that great task, we, as a people, must address ourselves with 
determination and courage yet with patience and absence of rancor. 

To win this war we must have all of our people working shoulder 
to shoulder in whatever line of service duty may call. Cooperation 
must be our national slogan. Every man must be prepared to do his 
part. Our very existence as a nation demands that there shall be an 
unanimous uprising of all the forces of democracy in opposition to 
autocracy. 

Eight now our task is to perfect a machinery, nation-wide in scope, 
to bring about this cooperation which is so vital. For that purpose 
at the very commencement of the war the President appointed a Council 
of National Defense. To cooperate with that body there has been organ- 
ized in this, and most of the other states, a State Council of Defense. 
Still further to extend the preparedness machinery there has been 
created, in each of the fifty-eight counties of this state, cfmnty councils 
of defense to cooperate with the State Council of Defense in all present 
and future plans growing out of the war crisis. 

These local defense boards are formed from among the elective 
county officials so that in the final analysis the national war machinery 
rests upon the individual citizen. It is essentially democratic, no 
autocrat directs its operation. The people themselves supply the 
motive power for our country's participation in democracy's great 
struggle. 

Much already has been accomplished by the Council of Defense, and 
its real value and worth will be emphasized as we become more and 
more involved in war's activities. Such an organization, prudently 
and intelligently conducted, affords the best possible guarantee against 
the blunders which may naturally be expected to befall a nation. 



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suddenl}^ and without due prej)aration drawn into the maelstrom of 
a world war. 

Lloyd George, England's great statesman and leader, sounded this 
suggestion, "Study our blunders so as to begin where we now are, 
not ivhere we ivere three years ago." That is precisely what this 
nation proposes to do — is doing. Experience is a great teacher. Hind- 
sight is better than fore-sight. In this case we have the benefit of 
hind-sight. We can see where the other nations at war fell into 
pitfalls and we can avoid those pitfalls. We shall profit by their 
experience. 

One of the first lessons that we nuist learn thoroughly is the urgency 
of harmonious action. Promoters of discord must be silenced. The 
great duty of the hour — the great duty of the war — is to "stand by 
the President." There can be no true patriotism that is not founded 
upon loyalty to the commander-in-chief of our army and navy. 

This, of course, does not mean a ban on fair and constructive 
criticism. What I would include and condemn is that sort of criticism 
that is merely obstructive in character — inspired either by treason, 
propagandists, or petty political charlatans. 

Patriotism knows no politics and abhors partisanship. The Presi- 
dent is not the president of any particular party; he is our President 
— the President of the American people. It is up to the people, 
therefoi'e, to stand squarely behind him in the trying situations with 
which he is bound to be confronted. 

Let President Wilson feel that the people are back of him — whole- 
heartedly and enthusiastically back of him. 

The seriousness of the war situation is only beginning to dawn 
upon many of our people. They have followed the movement, step 
by step — the convening of congress in extraordinary session, 
the declaration of war, the enactment of a nation-wide conscription 
act, the vast outlays for war equipment, the gigantic liberty loan, 
the registration of eligibility for the great army about to be formed. 
But not until General Per.shing appeared upon Europe's blood-stained 
battlefields have we awakened to the realization that we are actually, 
not theoretically, a part of the great international conflict. The 
seriousness of it all will be driven home still further when the young 
manliood of our land begin to form in solid phalanx and take their 
place on European soil under the Stars and Stripes. 

But, if some of our people have been slow to grasp the seriousness 
of the situation created by war, our National and State Defense 
Councils liave been alert, working diligently and scientifically to per- 
fect the machinery with which to carry on the various activities that 
war conditions make necessary. 

One of the big problems is, of course, that of food supply. The 
food gambler is abroad in the land and his activities have to be closely 
watched. Production is being increased and there will be no food 
shortage, provided the Council of Defense is successful in curbing 
those who would make commerce out of the sustenance of the people. 

Another problem commanding the attention of those in authority is 
the safeguarding of labor standards. The humanitarian legislation 
and standards set for labor through many years of legislative effort 
must not 1)e lowered as a consequence of the war. Under the plea of 



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''military necessity" there are forces at work in our country to modify 
our splendid laws' regulating child labor, laws limiting working hours, 
laws providing for safety and sanitation. These insidious attempts 
must be stoutly resisted. There is no military necessity that will 
justify in the slightest degree any modification of the laws for the 
protection of the working man and working woman of our country. 

In brief, the lesson which we must get thoroughly imbedded in our 
minds, is that the best way to prosecute this war to a successful 
conclusion is to keep things as near to normal as possible. There is no 
occasion for "shifting gears." 

Our flag is more than ever a world-emblem. As it goes overseas 
to join the standards of the allied nations, it will carry with it the 
hopes and aspirations, the faith and determination of 100,000,000 
people. The American spirit will follow the flag. 

There may be those, even in this great crisis, who place sordid gain 
above their country's welfare, and care for national success only as 
it reflects individual profit ; but the mass conscience of our country is 
at last aroused, and with that conscience quickened by the sense of the 
nation's need, we shall go forward to victory. 



INDEPENDENCE DAY ADDRESS. 

Delixered at >Sacrameuto, July 4, 1917. 

For the past three months the Stars and Stripes have been flung to 
the breeze from homes throughout our land to attest the patriotic fervor 
of a nation at war. It is especially significant, therefore, that we 
assemble on this memorable Fourth of July to reconsecrate ourselves 
to our country's cause, and to kindle anew the fires of American 
patriotism. 

Emblazoned with the names of "Bunker Hill" and "Brandy wine", 
of "Santiago" and "Manila Bay"; flying in triumph at Yorktown 
when the weary troops of Cornwallis marched forth to surrender, 
proudly gleaming at Fort McHenry and inspiring the immortal words 
of Francis Scott Key, planted by Fremont upon these Pacific slopes, 
sending forth a message of peace and reunion at Appomattox, and 
today with Pershing in Europe — this flag, this symbol of our sover- 
eignty, contains within its folds the proud history of a nation for 
more than a century. 

If this flag stands for anything it stands for democracy, for right 
as against wrong and for opposition to hereditary privileges. To uphold 
it and to maintain the sacred principles which it symbolizes, men have 
fought and died. Its mission among the nations of the world is a 
glorious one. and so long as we as a people act with truth and right- 
eousness, and with courage to maintain the truth, no American need 
ever be ashamed of the just pride which he feels when he beholds the 
glorious Stars and Stripes high among the banners of the nations. 

Fourth of July is an appropriate occasion, it seems to me, to analyze 
our actions and our attitude as a people, and to ascertain if, after all, 
we are exemplifying the spirit of true patriotism. 

Real patriotism must be founded upon loyalty. And if I were asked 
to translate into a few words our most important patriotic duty at 
this present critical moment, it would be: "Stand by the President!" 



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Real patriotism knows no partisanship. It does not seek to dis- 
courage enlistment. It does not discredit conscription. It does not 
cast a sneer upon the liberty loan. Nor does it endeavor to harass the 
President and discredit our government in this great crisis. 

We should determine this day to set our faces like flint against 
those forces which, by insidious and subtle means, are endeavoring to 
create distrust in the government at Washington and to weaken con- 
fidence in our President. Let us proclaim and let us show to all the 
world that we are a nation of patriots, and that every star in our flag 
represents a commonwealth united in the cause of liberty and democracy 
and pledged to the support of justice and integrity throughout the 
world. 

Woven into the warp and woof of our country's flag was the wisdom 
of Washington and Jefl^erson, of Franklin and of Hamilton. In its 
defense and for its perpetuation Madison and Jackson, Webster and 
Clay, Lincoln and Grant and McKinley gave of their strength and 
talents, their energy and their patriotism to make it the glorious 
emblem that it is. 

If today we study the meaning of our flag, we shall come to a fuller 
realization of its wonderful significance and to an appreciation of the 
blessings and liberties through the sacrifices and devotion of those 
who were willing to sacrifice their all that the flag of our country might 
remain unsullied and intact. 



CALIFORNIA'S DUTY IN THE WAR. 

Adclre.ss before Los Angeles Chautauqua, July 16. 1917. 

Epochs such as the present world-conflict breed their own heroes, 
call forth the highest principles of patriotism and command the best 
that loyal men and w^omen can bestow in service to country. 

We have just had the reality of the war brought a bit closer home 
by the visit of the Belgian mission. The story of her desolated homes, 
her ruined fields and her profaned altars was visualized before us, and 
we all experienced a thrill as this visit recalled to us the heroic stand 
of the Belgian soldiers at Liege. 

Of that war, we are now a part, and within a very short time our 
own sons and brothers will be on the field of battle, to help in preserv- 
ing throughout the world the enduring principle of liberty and freedom. 

How long the struggle will continue we have no present means of 
knowing; but we have before us the noble example of Belgian patriot- 
ism and Belgian fortitude, and that example will, I am sure, prove an 
inspiration to all of us. 

California's part in the conflict promises to be a bright and illus- 
trious one. Already we have contributed liberally not only in wealth 
and energy, but in leadership as well. 

California's response to the national liberty loan was prompt and 
emphatic. And when the appeal came for the Red Cross fund, Cali- 
fornia again proved her loyalty and patriotism in a most substantial 
manner. 



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California is one of the few states, I may add, which has furnished 
her full quota of enlisted men. 

It was a Californian who, as secretary of the American Legation at 
Brussels, labored heroically and tirelessly to save from starvation the 
homeless women and children of stricken Belgium. For months this 
Californian was the only means of communication between the Belgian 
people and their sovereign, King Albert. I refer to our own townsman 
Mr. Hugh Gibson. 

It is a Californian who has been made food controller for the United 
States. His marvelous work in mobilizing the food supplies for Belgium 
already has made him a world figure, and every loyal Californian feels 
a just sense of pride whenever the name of Herbert C. Hoover is 
mentioned. 

Another Californian to assume an important post in the country's 
war councils is William Denman of San Francisco. 

Of the "big three" civilian aides to President Wilson, two are from 
California — Hoover, who has control of foods, and Denman, who is in 
charge of the ship-building activities of the country. The third mem- 
ber is from New York — Mr. Baruch in charge of the nation's purchasing. 

Associated with Mr. Hoover in the herculean task of mobilizing the 
food resources of this country are men of the type of Dr. Scherer, 
President of Throop University, and Dr. Wilbur, President of Stan- 
ford University. Both are at the head of important departments ren- 
dering voluntary and patriotic service of a high order. 

No other state has done more than has California in the way of 
cooperation with the national government. 

Within a half hour after President Wilson promulgated his memor- 
able war message, there was assembled at our State Capitol upon call 
of your Governor, thirty-three of the foremost men and w^omen of the 
state. A State Council of Defense was organized, and at once was 
begun the work of preparing California for war. State Councils of 
Defense have now been organized in practically every state in the 
union, and California's plan of organization has been the model for 
most of them. 

The Women's Committee of the State Council of Defense is also 
rendering unique and patriotic service. Under the auspices of this 
committee a comprehensive educational campaign in connection with 
food conservation has been launched. In no other state is this phase 
of Mr. Hoover's food problem being more effectively and intelligently 
handled. 

Within a very few days the draft for the army will be made, and 
upward of thirty-five thousand of the flower of California's young 
manhood will have been called into active service. 

These men will reflect credit upon the state. Whatever service they 
may be called upon to render will be performed with loyalty and with 
genuine courage. Their names will represent an honor roll to which 
California will point with .justifiable pride. 

Now as to the future. To win this war, it is essential that we have 
"team work" all along the line. 

The nation is doing "team work" with the allies; California must 
do "team work" with the nation; and our men and women must do 
"team work" with the state. 

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The more perfect the cooperation all along the line, the better "team 
work" we have, the shorter will be the duration of the war, and the 
quicker will we see victory emblazoned upon our national banners. 

"Team work" does not mean that we shan't criticise, but it does 
mean that we shan't merely criticise. Healthy criticism — criticism that 
is constructive in purpose — is to be invited. But mere fault-finding 
is mighty small business in times like these, and ought to be restrained. 

It is easy to make mistakes. European nations have been at war for 
three years and they are still making mistakes. We cannot hope to 
succeed in this war without having made some mistakes. 

I want California to be loyal to our President. His responsibility 
is great and he should command the earnest, whole-hearted and loyal 
support of every true American. 

Former President Roosevelt, in his Fourth of July address, pleaded 
for an undivided allegiance and a single standard of patriotism. That 
sentiment will find emphatic endorsement in California. Our people 
know but one allegiance — that is, io the United States. 

California will fulfill her part in the war by being loyal and patient 
and ready to do her bit. Whatever of hardship and sacrifice War may 
impose we shall meet with strong hearts. Come what will, the fires of 
American patriotism will be found burning just as brightly here on 
the Pacific coast as upon the Atlantic. 



CALIFORNIA'S RESPONSE TO THE NATION'S NEED. 

Address Delivered before Berkeley Chamber of Commerce, December 19, 1917. 

The year now drawing to a close has been a memorable one. Our 
people have been put to a most severe test, and as we cast our eyes 
back over the record of the past few months we can say with justifiable 
pride that our people have not been found wanting. 

Here in California we have responded to the national emergency with 
fullest loyalty and with a promptness and an effectiveness that is 
excelled by no state. The heavy drain upon our resources — both of 
men and food supplies^ — we have met in every particular. In no single 
instance have we failed. That we have been able thus to measure up to 
the needs of the hour with a minimum of lost motion and with the 
least possible friction is due, I believe, to the excellence of our govern- 
mental maehiner}^ and to the splendid laws under which we have been 
operating during the past few years. 

As a state we were prepared. When the crisis came our various 
state departments, efficiently and loyally manned, were able to handle 
the new situations arising by reason of the war, with thoroughness and 
dispatch. It has not been a mere accident, for instance, that our indus- 
tries in California have not been harrassed to the same extent as have 
industries in other states where the acts of alien enemies and their 
I. W. W. conspirators have impeded progress. The reason that we have 
felt so slightly the fo]:-ces that have sought to obstruct, is due to the 
vigilance of certain of our state departments. Some day the history will 
be written of the splendid services that have been rendered to the state 



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and to the nation l)y the men and women who constitute our state gov- 
ernmental departments, and our state and eounty eonncils of defense, 
and it will be a record of which you men here will be proud. 

Unfortunately there are those who would take advantage of war condi- 
tions to lower standards of labor, remove the protecting influence of laws 
for women and children and wipe off the statute books those laws which, 
during the past six or seven years, have been enacted to safeguard the 
lives of our people and to insure humane treatment for those who toil. 

One of the most conspicuous results of the war has been the complete 
vindication of these laws. They have been our salvation in a most 
tr\'ing ordeal and I would warn those who may seek the abrogation of 
such laws that such attempts will find little favor with the great mass 
of our people. 

Not less protection but more protection for our people ; not less 
humanitarianism but more humanitarianism must be our constant aim. 
The greater the contentment of our people, the greater will be their 
patriotism and the greater will be their readiness to sacrifice in their 
nation's struggle. 

I want to say to you men of Inisiness that the advanced governmental 
agencies and the forward-looking laws that we have developed in this 
state have accomplished more in California for the protection of life 
and property, for the security of industries, and in nuiintaining peace 
and order than could thousands of troops. 

Few states are as fortunate as California in preparedness along many 
certain lines to meet the severe tests to which the war will of necessity 
subject us. 

The work that our state university is doing in scientific investigation, 
in the promotion of increased crops and in dealing with various phases 
of the industrial problems is a service of greatest value. Our State 
Board of Health has given a most active cooperation with tlio army 
authorities in developing the best sanitary conditions and in protecting 
the men in the several army camps located within our state. A signal 
work has been done in combatting the diseases that have been the 
affliction of men gathered in army camps. Our Immigration and Hous- 
ing Commission, our Industrial Welfare Commission, our Labor Com- 
missioner — in fact, all departments of state are cooperating actively, 
patriotically, and with highest efficiency, to the great task of placing our 
state upon a sound war liasis. 

I wish particularly tonight to call your attention to what our State 
Railroad Commission is doing. The transportation problem has l)ecome 
acute both nationally and in this state. In its emergency our Railroad 
Commission has taken vigorous action and already is well on its way 
toward a solution of the difficulties. 

The commission, for instance, has instituted an investigation into 
fhe service facilities of all the electric companies of the state with a view 
to ascertaining definitely the possibility of coordinating the service of 
energy by all the companies so as to make the fullest possible use of 
existing hydroelectric developments and if possible to expedite the 
development of further hydroelectric possibilities. This investigation is 
designed primarily to conserve the use of fuel oil, substituting wherever 
po.ssible hydroelectric for steam power, and to bring about through 
''oordination among the companies greater efficiencies and economies 



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so as better to meet the strain of the war conditions and the demands 
for service. 

The commission also is making a careful investigation of the gas 
service throughout the whole state with a view to bringing about a 
greater production of toluol, an explosive for the use of the government 
in the war. 

Also, the commission has instituted an investigation into all of the 
steam, electric and water transportation companies of the state witli a 
view to ascertaining the facts as to the present condition of transporta- 
tion in California and the causes of any inefficiencies or inadequacies of 
service, and, having ascertained the facts, promptly to use every power 
at the command of the commission to remedy any bad conditions dis- 
covered. This investigation will go thoroughly into such questions as 
ear shortage, congestion of freight, possibilities of diverting freight from 
a congested carrier to one not working to capacity, and, if possible, the 
joint use of facilities for the purpose of efficiency and economy. 

In addition to these formal proceedings carried on l)y the commission, 
the various departments of the commission, especially the engineering 
department, are assisting the various branches of the War Department 
along certain lines. 

The commission has made an order authorizing all water utilities, 
without prejudicing their rights, to deliver water free or at reduced 
rates for the irrigation of additional lands to increase the production 
of food supplies during the war. 

Now there is another subject that we must keep eternally hammering 
on, even in California. That is war profiteering. The men who seek 
to take advantage of present strained conditions to make excessive profits 
and to fatten their private purses while our heroic sons and brothers are 
sacrificing home and fortune to fight for our country ought to be classed 
as enemies of the republic. The act to extort exorbitant prices is just 
as treasonable, just as detestable as the acts of Benedict Arnold. 

This is no time or place for men to think of getting enormously ricli, 
while the great mass of the people are giving ungrudgingly of their 
time and substance to save the nation. 

Patriotism does not mean that some shall assume all the burdens, 
while a few shall grow opulent by reason of the conditions brought 
about by the war. We must make it decidedly unpopular for any set 
of men to attempt to pile up unjust profits in this hour of the nation's 
peril. 

Personally I hope to see Congress give the President authority to fix 
the prices not alone upon food, but upon every article necessary to the 
public welfare. Until this is done, however, it is up to our business 
men to see to it that profiteering in time of war is made dishonorable 
and contemptible. 

Both in the matter of federal food administration and federal fuel 
administration, California citizenship has been responsive in a fashion 
we must regard with pride and utmost satisfaction. Our people have 
shown an intelligent understanding of the governmental needs and a zeal 
to serve the country, unsurpassed anywhere. 

I wish you men might see the veritable flood of letters that pour in 
upon the Governor's desk, in which citizens offer their services and ask 
the opportunity to help in the conflict. There could be no more con- 
vincing evidence of unselfish and patriotic devotion. 



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One other matter I would like to touch upon — tliat is the incessant 
appeals that come to the Governor's office for troops. Warehouses, i^as 
plants, canneries and factories have been reported as being in urgent 
need of protection. Easily the California quota to the national ann>- 
wonld have been exhausted if half the demands had been gTanted. The 
responsibility in these matters must rest more and more with your local 
authorities. Uncle Sam has need of all his soldiers, and all our soldier 
boys are in Uncle Sam's service. We must, therefore, look for protec- 
tion more than ever before to our sheriffs, and deputy sheriffs, our chiefs 
of police and police force, our constablCvS and deputy constables and our 
marshals. They represent a splendid force in this state, capable, I feel 
confident, of meeting with resolution any situation or crisis that may 
arise. 

I am convinced that there is no more loyal citizenship in the entire 
country than in our own state. The political advance during recent 
years has been an excellent preparation for the crisis that we now are 
passing through. In such a government as ours, where the people's 
will is the ruling power, there goes with citizenship certain responsi- 
bilities which at this time are undergoing a supreme test. I re.joice 
to say that in California democracy is completely vindicated. Our 
citizens have shown an intelligent understanding of the governmental 
needs and a zeal to serve the country, unsurpassed in the history of 
the world. Our state government has broken away from reactionism 
and set its face forward toward the light of democracy. We must go for- 
ward wdth all our power and all our resolution in the present war. At 
the same time we must go forward in this state wath the principles of 
government that are now being demonstrated as the principles that 
make a people strong in the hour of peril. 

So far as in my power lies, and so far as I may have the opportunity, 
the development of these principles of government and the forward- 
looking spirit for the welfare, not of this element or of that element 
of people but of all the people constituting our body politic, shall be 
carried on. 

And now- in closing, I desire to emphasize the extreme need of the 
hour — loyalty to the flag, to America, by every man, woman and child 
in this land of ours. No half-hearted, on-the-fence loyalty will be 
approved. No living here and serving Germany, even in small degree, 
will be tolerated. A man must be either on our side of the fence or 
the other. If he is in America and on the other side, he is helping 
Germany, and is therefore a traitor to America and should be put out 
of America. 

This is not the time to criticize, for criticism helps Germany. This 
is the time to stand behind the President, regardless of party or poli- 
tics, and help win the war. I want you, everyone, to help your Gover- 
nor keep California where she belongs — in the very front line of battle, 
there to fight until peace, American plan peace, humanitarian peace, 
lasting peace, is accomplished. I want you to 

"Help keep the glow in Old Glory 

As clear as it was at her birth. 
When she flung the message of Freedom 

To the king-ridden peoples of Earth." 



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LINCOLN DAY ADDRESS. 

Deliverod at Fresuo. February 12, 1918. 

At this hour, when onr country is at war, it seems peculiarly appro- 
priate to contemplate the life of Lincoln, whose memory the American 
people on this day love to honor and revere, and to draw from that 
life new inspiration and new courage for the struggle in wiiich we now 
are engaged. 

What endeared Lincoln to the American people was his devotion to 
the ideals of democracy. No one abhorred war more than he, yet no 
one fought more determinedly, or with more courage than he. Always 
before him was the eternal principle of human justice, always the 
thought of preserving our free institutions, always the aspirations of 
a government for, by and of the people. 

And to preserve this nation free and safe for democracy he did not 
falter in the conduct of the war that he knew had to be fought, and 
fought to a conclusion before lasting peace could be established. His 
last inaugural address written but a few short months before his 
untimely death, reveals the mental anguish that was behind those sad- 
dened eyes of his; yet it tells, too, of the stern determination to carry 
on the conflict until as he expressed it, "all the wealth piled up by 
the bondsman's two hundred fifty years of unrequited toil shall be 
sunk. ' ' 

' ' With malice toward none, ' ' wrote President Lincoln, ' ' with charity 
for all, with firmness in the right, as God gives us to see the right, let 
us strive to finish the work we are in." 

How appropriate are those words, applied now to our present strug-- 
gle! How great an inspiration they afford to nations weary with the 
clash of battle, but firmly resolved to carry on the war until autocracy 
has been crushed and the world made free for democracy ! 

With the immortal Lincoln we pray that "this mighty scourge of 
war may speedily pass away," but with Lincoln we assert that we 
shall fight on until we have achieved "a great and lasting peace." 

In Lincoln's mind humanitarianism was the fundamental issue, and 
so. he declared the leading object of the war to be "to elevate the con- 
dition of men, to lift artificial weights from all shoulders, to clear the 
paths of laudable pursuit for all and to afford all an unfettered start, 
and a fair chance in the race of life." And because of the human wel- 
fare element involved he referred to the war as ' ' the people 's contest. ' ' 
Just as truly is today's war "the people's contest." In a sense it is 
labor's war, and, if victory is to crown our united efforts, labor must do 
its full share. 

In a circular recently issued from the department of labor at Wash- 
ington, two interesting facts were set forth which emphasize the 
responsibility of the workingmen and workingwomen of the nation in 
this conflict. One of these was that seventy per cent of all the huge 
expenditures to be made to supply the men at the front goes to labor. 
The other was that it requires the combined effort of five workers 
to back up each man who fights. 

In this hour of the nation's grave need, labor all over the country 
has pledged the strength of its arm and the force of its spirit to the 
great task upon which the government is now engaged. 



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As President Wilson has well expressed it, "the battle line of democ- 
racy for America stretches from the fields of Flanders to every house 
and workshop where toiling, upward-striving- men and women are 
counting the treasures of right and justice and liberty." 

To the eternal honor of American labor, our workingmen and work- 
ingwomen have rallied wholeheartedly and enthusiastically to the 
Tiation's cause. They have caught the vision of a liberated world and 
with stout hearts and unwavering resolution they have given solemn 
pledge to do their part in the war which is to make the whole world 
freer, safer and happier for all mankind. 

All over our land the clang of hannner is keeping time with the clash 
of the sword over there where our brave sons are fighting democracy's 
great battle, and as the clash of the sword intensifies with America's 
growing forces, so must the clang of hammer increase to meet and 
satisfy the requirements of our soldier and sailor boys. America must 
be in a real sense a community at work. All our people must be on the 
job — the big job of helping to win the war. 



ADDRESS BEFORE THE STATE CONVENTION OF THE CALI- 
FORNIA FEDERATION OF WOMEN'S CLUBS. 

Delivered at Oakland, March 26, 1918. 

Madame President : I am particularly pleased and greatly honored 
with your invitation to address this splendid gathering of delegates to 
the annual meeting of your Federation of AVomen's Clubs. I welcome 
this opportunity of speaking, though for only a short while, along 
patriotic lines. 

Organized patriotism is the call that is being sounded today to men 
and to women all over our land. 

In order that we may as quickly as possible bring to bear in this 
colossal struggle the full force of the nation's strength, it is necessary 
that man-power and woman-power alike be developed to its greatest 
efficiency. Individual action is good, but for real results we must have 
organized action, organized patriotism. 

We are facing an uncertain future, and stern and grim duty lies 
ahead. The sooner we are able to throw our full strength into the 
conflict, the sooner may we look for the dawn of a lasting peace. 

We are a peace loving people, forced into war. Autocracy was about 
to place its heel upon us. Our liberties were in danger, our individual 
and collective honor was assailed, the very integrity of the nation was in 
jeopardy. 

We fight to preserve America's self respect, the privileges of Ameri- 
can citizenship, the honor of American womanhood and American 
manhood. We fight for the old and the young. AVe fight that men 
everywhere shall be free — that autocracy shall cease to rale. And we 
will fight until we have won a complete and crushing victory over 
Germany — a victory that may mean a permanent peace — at least such 
peace as will insure security and safety for all those things we hold so 
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The women of California have already achieved much, and I say in 
all sincerity that our biggest debt for war work so far accomplished in 
California is due to the women. You have done big things ; you have 
verved loyally ; and you have established a standard of patriotic service 
that never will be forgotten. 

The really great tasks are yet to come, but I know you will stand 
ready with unflinching courage to meet and to endure whatever sacri- 
fice may be required. 

The women are the food experts of the country, and upon you will 
fall the big task of food conservation. You determine whether the 
homes of California shall waste or conserve. 

It is going to be a herculean task to make the food raised by America, 
serve our soldiers, our sailors, our people and our allies. We cannot 
cver-emphasize this. 

Occasionally we find persons who fail to appreciate the value of meat- 
less and wheatless days, because the individual saving seems so small. 
Such persons must be shown the result of collective action. I have in 
mind the experience of one restaurant, that in eight meatless days saved 
864: pounds of beef, mutton, ham and bacon. In four wheatless days 
200 pounds of wheat flour were saved. 

Multiply the saving effected by that one restaurant by the tens of 
thousands of restaurants scattered over the United States, and it is 
easy tc demonstrate the tremendous significance of small economies. 

In dealing with the necessity of organization, it is important to avoid 
the formation of new and unnecessary societies where the work can be 
handled as well or better through existing agencies. 

We can't get anywhere by scattering our effort. Concentration is the 
need of the hour. Your problem, therefore, is not so much to devise 
new machiner}" for carrying on woman's war work, but to perfect 
existing machinery to the end that you may direct the energies of our 
patriotic women upon the work which the exigencies of the war will 
from time to time demand. 

Another problem that is going to call for your earnest attention is the 
care of women in industry. Just a few days ago we were told by a repre- 
sentative of the British labor committee of the astounding number of 
women now engaged in the various industries in England. In like 
fashion women are gradually taking their places in industry in this 
country. This movement will bring with it new and important prob- 
lems — problems that have to do with the preservation of both the 
physical and moral standards surrounding women who work. Fortu- 
nately in California, in the past few years, our people have built up 
standards which render California peculiarly prepared to meet these 
new conditions. 

Efforts may be made to break down these standards during this period 
of stress, and it is up to you to see to it that any such effort is strongly 
and firmly resisted. 

There are problems, also, in connection with the training of women 
for war-demanded occupations, and in helping them to find the service 
for which they are best adapted. 

Another phase of war work that calls for your earnest attention is the 
protection of children. Our child-labor laws must be guarded, and we 
nui^'t maintain the keenest watch against infractions of those laws. 



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Still another activity that will require wholehearted cooperation is 
the preservation of the moral standards. Here, a^'ain, ('alifornia, hy 
reason of its red-light abatement act and similar anti-vice statutes, is 
peculiarly ecpiipped to cope with the situation. We must not permit 
the tiner moralities to bo weakened because of the unusual conditions 
war tends to foster. 

We must have a clear vision of the future liome life of our younger 
generation — the generation upon which is falling the brunt of the 
present struggle. To you women belongs the holding of that generation 
to its high ideals and keeping alive the moral and spiritual fervor 
through all the vicissitudes of war. 

Red Cross work, liberty loan work, food conservation and other home 
service work, war library work, knitting for our soldiers in the 
trenches — these are all services that will continue to engage woman's 
attention — and witli ever increasing importance — during the period of 
the war. 

Finally, and 1 may almost say most important, is the Americanization 
work — the task of bringing to every nonunderstanding American and 
alien family a thorough knowledge of why our country is at war; an 
understanding of the democrac}' of the draft ; an understanding of the 
laiportance of their cooperation in the food conservation program. 

President Hutehins, of the University of Michigan, in his splendid 
address at Berkeley, said : 

"The Amei'icauism that the war is developiug calls for a new, definite and com- 
prehensive conception of citizenship, particnlarly as applied to the naturalized alien, 
a conception so definite and comprehensive that it precludes forever the notion of 
dual allegiance. Let us insist upon changes as will banish for all time this illogical 
and vicious doctrine. The new Americanism of which I sjieak has to do also with 
a revised conception on th,e part of all of us, whether uatixc or ftu-cign liorn. of the 
real significance of citizonshiii." 

i\Iany of our alien families are at best but imperfectly acquainted 
either with our language, our institutions, our jirinciples of government, 
cr our reasons for being at w^ar. It is not to be wondered at if the sly 
tongue of treason finds among them many attentive ears. Think what 
a menace it might prove if any considerable number of those alien 
families should have their minds permanently poisoned against our 
government by sowers of discord and treason. 

Here then is one of the gravest problems that you Avill have to deal 
with. 

Thanks to our State Immigration and Housing Commission, Cali- 
fornia already has made a good start in connection with the Amerieani- 
tiation program, and we may safely look for big things from that body. 

But the program, however it may evolve, will call for the fullest 
cooperation of the women everywhere over this state. No greater duty 
can rest upon you than to assist in fostering among our alien brothers 
and sisters a spirit of patriotism, of sympathetic relations with the 
principles of American government, and of loyal service to our flag. 

jMay I urge that you carry back to your counties, the message of 
loyalty — the message that if we are to win this war we must set aside 
personal likes and dislikes and all work together in organized patri- 
otism — and with but one thought, one purpose — the winning of the war. 

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ADDRESS BEFORE THE NORTHERN CALIFORNIA EDITORIAL 

ASSOCIATION. 

Delivered :it Woodland. April 27, 191S. 

There is no element of the nation's strength at this moment more 
inspiring than the loyal, patriotic press, and I welcome this opportunity 
of expressing to you editors, on l)ehalf of the people of our state, the 
gratitude we all feel for the splendid spirit of cooperation that the 
newspapers of California have given the nation in this hour of its 
great trial. 

It is time for loyal Americans to forget everything but our one 
big task of winning the war ; to forget our rivalries and our bickerings, 
our animosities and our selfish interests ; to remember that we are one 
hundred per cent Araerican.s — all working together in common destiny 
of liberty and freedom. 

What we need in America — what we must depend upon you editors 
to develop — is a revival of Americanization ; an interpretation to all 
who enjoy the protection of our glorious flag, of the true meaning of 
American ideals, American traditions, American standards and Ameri- 
can institutions. 

What we need if we are to endure as a nation is the acquirement 
of a common language for all of our people. That, to my mind, is 
the fundamental principle of a real Americanization program. 

We need the promotion of a universal desire among persons of 
foreign birth to preserve and maintain the privileges that are enjoyed 
under the American flag. 

We need an aroused American patriotism -that will combat anti- 
American propaganda activities and schemes, and tliat will stamp 
out sedition wherever found. 

We need intelligent public opinion that will remove racial pre- 
judices and discriminations, and that will at the same time discourage 
foreign associations that tend to keep people in America apart. 

These are things that must be accomplished if we are to be successful 
in our efforts towards Americanization, towards the creation of a 
universal desire on the part of all people of America to become 
citizens under the American flag. 

The greatest agency in this all important work of Americanization 
i i the American press. It is to you men — you editors — to whom the 
government must look to do the big part of this particular job. 

According to the official figures as set forth in the report of Provost 
Marshal Crowder, California is seventh in the list of states from the 
standpoint of alien registration. Only the six states of New York, 
Pennsylvania, Massachusetts, Illinois, New Jersey and Ohio exceed 
the total of our foreign-born population. 

Our prol)lem of Americanization, therefore, takes on a serious aspect. 
Down at Camp Kearny, I am told, there are more than two hundred 
soldiers who can not speak tlie language of the country for which they 
ar-,^ fighting. 

It is hio'h tune that we were doing something in a concrete way to 
remedy this situation. The time is past when we can longer ignore 
the disastrous consequences inevitably associated with national policy 
that tak-^s no account of the training and education of its foreign born. 



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To the credit of the press of California it can he said that practically 
without exception our newspapers liave given the government at 
Washington wholehearted and enthusiastic support. For purposes of 
the war state lines are wiped out and ]>ai'ty lines are wiped out. We 
recognize hut one authority and thai is our coinnuinder-in-chief, the 
President. 

1 am proud of the sound patriotism whicli the editors of California 
have manifested. Your attitude is an inspiration to all our people 
for more earnest effort and greater sacritice in hehalf of the great 
struggle in which our country is engaged. 

Upon the press of California must we rely for eternal vigilance in 
connection with sedition promotion and that cowardly and disloyal 
element known as the I. W. W. In the sti-ess of the times we must 
prepare to deal with it tirmly and effectively. I appeal to you editors 
for determined 'effort to stamp out this element that seeks to destroy, 
intimidate and create disorder. This vicious element is composed of 
disloyal enemies of the government, who hoastfully threaten to hinder 
and defeat our war work. Defiant of the law, criminal in its purpose, it 
must be crushed wherever it appears. 

Upon the press of California must we rely, as well, for determined 
opposition to those who would capitalize the hunger or cold of the 
people and declare dividends thereon. Those who engage in war 
profiteering while our sons are giving up their lives in the trenches, 
deserve merciless condemnation. 

Upon the press do we rely for leadershij) in the campaign for 
increased crop production, for "putting over" the liberty loan, for 
increasing support of our Ked Cross, and every other form of patriotic 
endeavor. 

Yours is a spl(>ndid work, splendidly done, and I desire again to 
thank you one and all in behalf of the state. 

We have drawn the sword in defense of lil)erty and justice and 
we shall not sheath it until right has triumphed and victory is complete. 
All of us nuist do our full share. Patriotism, whether on the line of 
battle or here at home, must be the patriotism of Washington and the 
patriotism of Lincoln. 

Let us carry away from this gathering a spirit of patriotic fervoi- that 
will rekindle in every county in tlie state the spirit of 1776. 



WAR CONFERENCE ADDRESS. 

I)t'liv<>rod at Los Anseles. May 1.3, 191S. 

Everywhere over our country gatherings such as this are being 
held to give spur to our war efforts, to solidify our patriotism, to 
draw our people closer together in love of America and to arouse in all 
of us a new consciousness of what America means to us, and Avhat 
we mean to one another. 

Beyond the sea — over there in the trenches on the farflung battle 
line — our boys are at' this moment fighting in the greatest struggle that 
freedom ever has known, fighting for the safety of our homes, our 
women and our children, fighting for the preservation of our liberties, 
fighting that truth and honor may not perish from the earth, fighting 



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that the eternal principle of right dealing between nations as between 
individuals may endure. Acts more inspiring than those at Ther- 
mopylae are daily being enacted, and with bated breath we scan the 
paper each day for news from the battle-scarred field. 

Gradually the casualty list lengthens, and more and more do we 
come to realize the stern realities of war. But more and more is 
the spirit of our people manifested to fight harder than ever, to 
sacrifice to the very limit and to endure whatever of hardship, what- 
ever of privation and whatever of sorrow and grief fate may impose 
to the end that we may win this war. 

This war is teaching us that our country is a partnership of 
humanity. Rich and poor, young and old, we are all united as 
brothers under one flag. This is America, and we are Americans. 
Not fifty-fifty Americans, nor even seventy-five-twenty-five Americans, 
but one hundred per cent Americans, all working together for the 
freedom of America and the world. 

It was Abraham Lincoln who said that America could not endure 
half slave and half free. It is equally true that America can not 
endure half American and half something else. We've got to be 
Americans first and all the time ; Americans through and through ; 
Americans in thought, in sentiment and in aspiration. 

There isn't any room in this great commonwealth for that cowardly, 
sneaking and disloyal element known as the I. W. W. Defiant of the 
law, criminal in purpose, cowardly in methods, this disloyal element 
of the state and nation must be crushed. 

There isn't any room in California for loafers either. I want 
especially to commend those cities and counties where the authorities 
already have initiated drastic measures ito suppress iidleness and 
seditious disturbance^ At this time when the very existence of our 
nation is dependent upon the man-power that we shall be able to 
develop, it is outrageous to tolerate either the idle rich or the idle 
poor. There is work for everybody, and it's up to us to see to it 
that in California everybody does work. If necessary to enforce a 
thorough going work-program, the legislature, I am sure, will see to 
it that ample power is provided the proper authorities. I ask all 
councils of defense, to give this subject their very earnest attention. 

We have just completed the third liberty loan drive, and California 
has again done her part gloriously. Every one of our fifty-eight 
counties has "gone over the top" — every one has subscribed far more 
than its quota. 

That is the sort of a record we want California to maintain through- 
out this war. We owe it to the nation and we owe it to our own boys 
who have gone forth to face the foe. If in time of peace our people 
divide and disagree on many things, in time of war the country's 
call must bind, does bind all together in this — our holy cause. 

California is loyal and true to America's flag, America's cause. One 
hundred thousand of her brave sons are already in the service; 
another, and another hundred thousand are ready when called. We 
of California are of one mind, of one purpose — to give all — to do all 
necessary to win this M'ar. 



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INDEPENDENCE DAY ADDRESS. 

DcHvcicd at IJ.Tk.'lry. July 4. 1!)1S. 



We are celebrating tliis day not only the anniversary of the Declara- 
tion of Independence on the part of the thirteen colonies, bnt also a 
new declaration of independence for tlie world. 

The issne of the present great conflict is whether or not the princii)les 
and ideals of government laid down by onr fathei's in 1776 in these 
United States of America shall endure. In a vast passionate protest 
the people who would be free are with utmost sacrifice warring against 
the worst and most capable autocracy our civilization has ever known. 

This is the most significant celebration of our country's natal day in 
our generation. We might also regard it as second only to the Fourth 
of July of one hundred and forty-two years ago. On that day it was 
resolved that this nation should be free and that the people stood ready 
to lay down their lives for that cause. Today we are entered upon 
the finn resolve that the whole world shall be free, and for that cause 
our people will battle with every resource and power. Already we are 
making sacrifices. 

The United States of America is reborn today. With our new declara- 
tion of independence we have become possessed of a common, patriotic 
impulse, and have been filled with the purposes of a free nation as 
never before in the history of the country. No less than the spirit 
of independence that culniinated in the declaration of 1776 does the 
spirit glow today in the hearts of the American people that we shall 
continue a free people and that all of the people of the world shall Avith 
us be free of the yoke of a hideous autocracy. 

Let us not be disheartened, my felloM^-citizens, the struggle for free- 
dom has ever been against heavy odds. We shall win this momentous 
struggle, and because of the tremendous sacrifice we must make we 
shall treasure the more the fruits of victory and the blessings we shall 
win for the generations that are to come. 

In the State House at Philadelphia on the Fourtli of July. 1776, a 
document was issued to the world that is the lieacon light of freedom. 
You remember the story of the old man who waited in the steeple for 
the word the flaxen haired boy was to shout to him from the street 
below. The old bell-keeper became impatient and groaned that the lad 
had forgotten. Presently the blue-eyed boy could be seen running and 
clapping his hands and -shouting the words, "ring, ring, ring," and the 
bell pealed fcrth its messag.* from the heroic Ugure ; who had there 
assembled to assert the right of the people to rule. 

A beneflcent God has given us the strength and zeal to send forth 
to the world another such message of declaration of rights and of 
challenge to those who would deprive us of the rights and liberties of 
a free citizenship. Potsdam has heard our message and the Kaiser 
shall know that he cannot withstand it. 

But we must not, in our faith in the right of our cause and in the 
confidence of our might, be lulled into a false sense of what confronts 
us. It can not be else than a hard-fought victory. The Kaiser stands 
not alone with a coterie of militarists. He stands with his people 
carefully nurtured and educated in the Kultur that has outraged the 



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world. He stands poised with a mighty arm to make still further 
drives against the allied nations. 

I am not pessimistic but I frankly acknowledge the power of the 
enemy. First, we must stop him in his advance. The next step is to 
drive him back. The third problem of the war will be how far back 
we shall drive him. I, for one. insist that we shall drive the Kaiser 
to Berlin and, as has been suggested, send him Grant's famous message 
of "unconditional surrender." 

Let us not forget the Kaiser's word.s to Ambassador Gerard, spoken 
before we entered the war, that after he had finished with the Euro- 
pean nations he would stand "no nonsense from America." We have 
the threat that in his sweep of the world America was to come next 
after Europe had been laid prostrate before his sword. He has violated 
the principles of international warfare. He has fouled wherever there 
was advantage for him. He has brought suffering and woe to the 
whole world as no other potentate ever has done, in thirst for glorifica- 
tion. His is a nuilignant and atrocious influence in the world that 
must be definitely and permanently eradicated. 

We may celebrate today, with pride and great satisfaction, the 
placing of our first million of men in France. It is an augury of certain 
victory. It is a demonstration of the remarkable capacity of our 
nation and of what the Kaiser has to reckon with. 

Surely, swiftly, we are going to place in the battle line the strength 
that will over-balance the power of the Kaiser and force him to call 
upon Hindenlierg and Ludendorfl:' for their plans of retreat. 

Then will come further and artful propaganda for peace, and I ask 
you. luy fellow-citizens, to give no heed until victory is complete. 

The Kaiser has forced a dishonest and dishonorable peace upon 
Russia. By similar means he has attempted to disrupt our country. 
The war has provided opportunity for anarchistic propaganda, which 
the agents of the Kaiser have been quick to use. Russia's collapse was 
effected. In our land of freedom the Kaiser has failed utterly to bring 
about the national undoing that was planned as in Russia. 

We are by no means done with the problem, but we have checked 
it, and the heavy hand of the law is falling upon those unspeakable 
traitors that aimed to help the German cause. The I. W. W. and 
other avenues of sedition and disloyalty are being exposed and public 
opinion is thoroughly aroused to eradicate them. 

There is no need for sabotage and incendiarism and murder and 
bomb throwing to bring about progress and social reform in California. 
The awakening to a realiz.ation of social injustices has been most 
thorough. Our state has with unusual intelligence and understanding 
inidertaken and established many reforms, and notwithstanding the 
many additional duties and burdens imposed by the war, we shall con- 
tinue the fight for the betterment of human conditions in our state. 

We are going to accomplish the desired ends as peaceful and law- 
abiding citizens. We are not going to tolerate the crazy propaganda 
that aims at anarchy and that would set all at naught. 

In this crisis, however, we must hold firmly to our standards of 
justice. Heads must remain cool if we are to deal successfully with 
the I. W. W. prolilem. Our methods must be correct and just. 

I have spoken as I have because I want you to realize that I. W. 
W'ism is one of our most serious problems of the war. I want you to 



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realize that it is a real menace and one that calls for your hest thought. 
It is but a form of the bold pro-Germanism that we have had to deal 
with in this country. Disloyalty in any form is not to be tolerated. 
We have been lenient and unsuspecting. However, we know the agents 
of the Kaiser are busy in our midst and every loyal American citizen 
owes it, as a duty, to his country to maintain vigilance and to help in a 
relentless campaign to stamp out treachery within our own borders. 

I desire at this time to draw to your attention one of the most 
important proclamations, to my mind, that President Wilson has issued. 
Perhaps in the rush of things it did not impress you as it should. It 
was his appeal to the people in connection witli the war savings stamp 
campaign. He urged upon us economy and restraint in all of our 
affairs. We do not know how long the strain will continue. We must 
give to the national government unreservedly all that it needs in its 
herculean task. In all of our activities — in our private and in our 
public affairs we should and will institute a rigid economy in order 
that we may build up our greatest strength for the support of the 
government at Washington. 

The productive agencies of the country must be expanded to the 
maximum. Our brothers across the seas, who are valiantly fighting 
with us in our cause, need our help and we must give it to them 
unstintedly. If this war shall continue for any length of time — and it 
will — we shall begin to feel burdens far more acutely. In anticipation 
of this let us prepare and be fortified. 

It may be that we shall call upon the people of our cities to help 
gather the late crops in this state,. I know you stand ready to lend 
your aid to save all that will go into the world's food supply. The 
farmer of California has proved himself a real patriot. In the face 
of discouragements, caused by new limitations of labor supply as a 
result of the war, he has gone forward with plans for increased 
production. He needs help and we are trying to afford all possible 
relief. The most serious situation may come at the end of the summer. 
We may have to call for volunteers for a harvest army that may be 
regarded as an important line of defense. I know that with the 
patriotic manifestations we are having in California, if need should 
arise, our people from the cities will go to the country and patriotically 
help to gather the bountiful crops. 

California has achieved a very proud record of loyal support in 
the war. In men, food and money we have given our share freely, 
and more than our proportionate share. Our communities everywhere 
have shown a i-emarkable capacity for organized effort to attain these 
ends. I was much impressed the other day with a letter from a woman 
residing in a California town. She said that it was a matter of regret 
that the lil)erty loan and Red Cross drives were over. She had lived 
in that community for over twenty-five years and never before had there 
been developed such a neiglihorly and cooperative spirit. She wrote 
that these activities had brought the people together in a hner relation- 
ship and that life was much more enjoyable in that particular place. 
In this, my friends, you will see what I meant when I said that a new 
brotherhood was developing among our people. It is a glorious develop- 
ment that is going on in our land. 

We must not in our celebration of this Fourtli of July, forget those 
mothers who have already given their sons in sacrifice for their 



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country and those who are yet to give them. The casualty lists 
already embrace the names of many young men who went from Cali- 
fornia. Our hearts go out in sympathy and heartfelt regard for their 
mothers. Wherever opportunity may be afforded let us each, individu- 
ally and severally, try to lighten the burdens of those who are thus 
afflicted. We bestow upon them our kindliest consideration and extend 
to them a helping hand. 

To those of our citizens who are of foreign birth this day will be 
sacred and inspiring. All over our country July 4, 1918, is being 
celebrated by the adopted citizens of America as the natal day of a 
new and greater spirit of liberty and independence. What a splendid 
answer this is to the enemy's taunt that the foreign-born in America 
are granting only sullen help in this war ! 

We are all members of the great American commonwealth — one 
and indivisible. Our glorious flag — the emblem of freedom and 
independence — is broad enough to embrace within its ample folds men 
of all lands who love liberty and hate tyranny. The only test that is 
demanded is the test of faithful and undivided allegiance to our 
country. 

In the galaxy of American heroes we find the names of men who 
were born beyond the sea, but who came to this land and struggled 
heroically to defend our country in her past hours of trial. And 
when the historian of the future shall write the record of this present 
struggle for liberty and freedom, I know that in the nation's illustrious 
roll of honor will be found the names of men not born in this land 
but yet devoting to it the fullest measure of loyalty and patriotism, 
willing to sacrifice their very lives for the protection and preservation 
of the governmental ideals that they hold sacred. 

Our assemblage today signifies our steadfast adherence to those 
principles contained in the Declaration of Independence that was 
signed in 1776 by the men who "wrote their names where all nations 
should liehold them and all time should not efface them." 

It signifies as well, the celebration of a re-declaration- of those 
principles as against the first menace that has sought to overthrow 
them, and with the same faith as our forefathers had in the justness 
of our cause against the country's enemy. 

We shall not cease fighting until the Kaiser has been brought to 
his knees — until Germany has been overwhelmingly defeated. We can 
have no peace until the world has not only been made safe for 
democracy — but has also been made safe for its women and its children. 



ADDRESS BEFORE THE CONVENTION OF ASSOCIATED ADVER- 
TISING CLUBS OF THE WORLD. 

Delivered at San Franci.sco, .Tuly 7. 1918. 

In these days of war tenseness, with its inevitable interruption of 
normal business procedure, it is gratifying to have assembled here 
the business brains of the civilized world to give thought and direction 
to the commercial activities of our peoples. 

It is with especial pleasure, therefore, that California extends wel- 
come to the A'-sociated Advertising Clubs of the World. We know 



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that your deliberations will be fruitful of much good, and that the 
influence of this world convention will have direct and practical 
benefits — helpful alike to the problems immediately related to the war 
and to the sound business interests which your convention represents. 

Your big task is to help win the war, not only that our liberties may 
be made safe but in order that business and coinmerce itself may be 
made safe. 

The same tyranny tliat would subjugate world democracy would 
just as ruthlessly subjugate world commerce. Until the iron glove 
has been stripped from the mailed fist of the Kaiser there can be no 
security either for free nations of for free commerce. 

During the early stages of the war the slogan, "Business as usual," 
was diligently sounded. Undoubtedly it had much to do with steady- 
ing the pulse of the business world. But of course business can not 
remain normal. The exigencies of war call for a re-allignment of 
business never before known in the history of the world. So swift 
have been the various transitions that few of us can grasp the full 
significance of wdiat is actually going on. 

As business men, therefore, you are confronted with new and per- 
plexing problems. You have to exercise not only wisdom in dealing 
with the pi-esent war problem l)ut foresight in dealing with the 
problem as it will exist after the war. 

You ad men represent the dynamo in the l)usiness mechanism. In 
a very real sense, what you say goes. Next to the allied armies, the 
Kaiser fears your power more than any other influence on earth. 
You have the keys to the markets of the world. That is wdiat dis- 
tnrlis him. He fears that you w'on't let him in to those world markets 
after the war is over. His fears may be well founded. 

You arc gathered here from the four quarters of the globe. The 
wise men of the East meet here with the wise men of the West. Surely 
out of such consolidated wisdom will come plans and ideas of lasting 
benefit to the business and commerce of the world. 

To those of you who come from other lands may I express the 
hope that you take back with you assurances of our friendship and 
commercial comradeship. And take back, as well, the message of 
our unswerving loyalty. We are in this war until we have pushed 
the enemy liack across the Rhine; back to Berlin and Potsdam. 

-K -K -k -K ->t 

DEDICATION OF CALIFORNIA'S SERVICE FLAG. 

Acldres.s delivered at Sacramento. August IG, 1918. 

We have assembled to dedicate California 's service flag, to pay honor 
to 130,339 sons of our state who have responded to the country's call, 
and to send a new- message to the Kaiser of our resolution to put forth 
every ounce of our energy and to use all of our resources to bring hitii 
to his knees. 

We are intensely proud of what California has done in prosecution of 
the war. AVe have sent more than our share of men to the front. We 
have supplied food and money in the generous spirit of true patriotism. 
But the most vital support we have given is of our sons and their pre- 

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cious lives. From our hearts we offer tribute to them. It is they who 
have made us prouder than ever to call ourselves Californians. 

We must not, however, in this hour of high patriotic impulse forget 
the stern, hard days that yet confront us. The tide of the war has 
turned. America's help and America's invigorating spirit has made it 
possible, for the first time on the Western front, to throw the Germans 
back in a movement of complete retreat. For the first time, the Allies 
have proved themselves the masters. The Kaiser aimed at Paris and at 
the sea. Only a few miles intervened, he thought, between his armies 
and crushing defeat for the Allies. 

Then came the rude upset to all the dreams of Kaiserism. Instead 
of reaching Paris and the coast of France, the Germans encountered 
the new impulse in the allied forces. Foch showed a new strength, 
irresistible and overwhelming. Soon the Kaiser M-as struggling to extri- 
cate his armies from the perils encircling them in what was to have 
been their marching routes to Paris and the sea coast. 

The Allies have made their advances and they have put the Germans 
on the run. But my friends, I appeal to you, as in the words of Lloyd 
George, to hold steady and not to gloat. We have by no means won 
the war. The Kaiser is by no means beaten. We have halted him and 
put an end to his further advance into France. But we have not con- 
quered him. That is the task that is before us. 

The Germans, back in their defenses, can be dislodged only with our 
utmost power. This war cannot end until Kaiserism and militarism are 
completely stamped out as the menace to the peace of the world. The 
Em]ieror and his junkers will fight to the last to maintain themselves. 
It will take a long time to attain the purposes of the Allies in this 
conflict, and we need not be surprised if the war continues for two or 
three 3^ears more. 

Of course, events might bring an earlier peace, but we have no assur- 
ance, and it is our imperative duty to go forward to develop the max- 
imum strength of the nation. Most heartily do I ap])rove of the plans to 
place an American army of 5.000,000 men in France. If more are 
needed we should promptly send more. The weight of overwhelming 
force must be brought to bear if we are to crush the great military 
machine of the enemy. 

I appeal to you therefore to be heartened by the news from France 
but not to gloat — not yet. We must not allow the recent successes to 
lessen oin* ardor. Rather do I appeal for new resolution to help win the 
war. Let us bend ourselves to our tasks with greater determinaticn than 
ever, and show no letup until the breaking of Kaiserism is accomplished 
definitely and for all time. 

The Army men were much concerned, when we set about to raise our 
forces, over the conditions about the camps that might incapacitate 
men or weaken them. Soldiering has become a diligent, exacting busi- 
ness and it was urgent that the men should be kept in the l)est of con- 
dition, mentally and physically. 

The Army men had prompt and effective cooperation from your 
Governor and the state administration. Our State Board of Health 
gave most efficient aid. I wish to take this occasion to speak a word 
of praise for Dr. George E. Ebright, the President of that body, and 



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for Dr. W. A. Sawyer, who as secretary of tlie hoartl, gave sueli splen- 
did sereviee in eooprration with the federal authorities. It is a matter 
of intense pride that because of this great work the national goverinnent 
sent for Dr. Sawyer. I was never so reluctant and yet so pleased as 
when I accepted Dr. Sawyer's resignation in compliance witli the call 
from Washington. 

These young men that we are sending into the hell overseas, are 
the sons of mothers and fathers who love them dearly. They are the 
hone and sinew of our nation. They go to make the supreme sacrifice 
for our country and its people. Around every one of them, as they 
depart, are hearts that are breaking. The anguish and grief of the 
mothers, we men cannot comprehend. 

I am frank to say to you that during my occupancy of the Governor s 
chair no duty has weighed so imperatively on me as to protect the 
youths we gathered into camps for training for war. At their ages 
resistance is not the strongest and history tells of the wrecks that were 
made of men. not from the enemy's sword or bullets, but from the vicious 
influences and activities of followers of the camps. Happily in 
this war the grogshop and conunercial vice have l)een kept away from 
our boys. Instead, they have an environment of the wonderfully helpful 
agencies that the American people have so generously provided to 
furiiish amusement and diversion. 

S'3 far as it has l)een in my power as Governor, I have sought to 
maintain those conditions that should return to you fathers and mothers, 
if the God of battles should spare them, your sons as wholesome, as 
clean, as strong in mind and body as the day they spoke the fearful 
goodbye to you. 

I know how the family circle is scanning the casualty lists, for we 
are doing it in mine, morning and night, as they appear in the news- 
papers. I know the anxiety that is filling the hearts of other mothers 
and fathers and wives and children. We know that some of our lioys 
will never return. As grief stalks through oiu' land we must hold our 
hearts open with sympathy and the spirit of helpfulness. 

Nor can we be unmindful of those who will come back after the war, 
some of them maimed and all of them to begin life anew in the pursuits 
of i)eace. They will have earned our generous help and the opportunity 
to resume the race of life not too greatly handicapped because of what 
they have given to the country 's service. I have already announced, as 
a governmental policy, if I am to continue as Governor, that our Land 
Settlement Act, whereby the state is to aid the man of small means to 
acquire land and homes of his own, shall be so amplified as to give 
opportunity for the returning soldier. For the maimed we must provide 
access to industrial opportunity by special training. In fact, various 
aoencies of our state government are already at work on such plans, so 
(hat we shallbe ready when peace is attained. 

The obligation that we owe to these 100,000 or* more young men who 
have gone overseas from our state is great. We want them all to 
return to us, every one of them and we want to provide for them the 
ready opportunity that is their just due. 

Those boys are doing their part, nobly, admirabl.y and well. The 
engineer battalion from this state is a part of the famous Forty-Second 



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division. kno\\-ii as the Rainbow division, which recently made such a 
sorry spectacle of the crack Prussian Guards near the Marne. 

While they are doing their part, let us do ours. We must continue 
going over the top in California. And when the smiling days of peace 
shall come again, let us be ready in a substantial way to throw open to 
them the doors of opportunity, not only for their own good, but for the 
good and advantage of all our state. 



OUR DEPARTED HEROES. 

Address delivered before The Grand Lodge of Free and Accepted Masous, 
San Francisco, October 14, 1919. 

It was on the 19th day of November, 1868 — almost fifty-six years ago 
—that Abraham Lincoln declared at Gettysburg that the living owe it 
to the heroic dead to dedicate themselves to the completion of the 
task begun in blood and sacrifice. He said that from the honored dead 
the living should take increased devotion to the cause for which the 
dead had given the last full measure of devotion. 

So today, we may best honor our heroic dead by dedicating ourselves 
anew to the ideals they defended and for which they laid down their 
lives that not alone this Republic they loved, but the entire civilized 
world, might have a new birth of freedom. 

The war from which we have so recently emerged has taught us the 
real meaning of mobilization. We have learned that the mobilization 
of a nation is vastly more than the marshalling of its armies, the gather- 
ing of the material resources and the transportation of men and muni- 
tions to the scene of conflict. Men who had all their lives abhorred war 
as an instrument for imposing on the weak and defenseless the will of 
the strong, had to learn that there is a justified war of defense which 
is the very highest possible expression of loyalty to principle and 
devotion to justice. 

One of the bravest deeds of the whole war, let it not be forgotten, 
was registered on the battlefield of France in the valor and heroism of 
an obscure, poorly-educated son of the Tennessee mountains who not 
only knew nothing of war, but as a "conscientious objector" had to be 
convinced of the moral justification of even a war of national defense. 

The mobilization of America was more than the building of ships, the 
manufacture of equipment and the arming, drilling and transportation 
of troops. Back of all that was the fine universal spirit of service, the 
splendid gra.sping of an ideal that was to center the hearts and nerve 
the purpose of millions of men in a high common intent. This intelli- 
gent understanding of the fundamental issue of the war and of the 
part we were to play in it, was the basis of the wonderful morale that 
characterized our troops on the battlefields of Europe. It was this that 
gave them their dash and high courage and made them in effectiveness 
the superiors of professional foreign soldiers. 

There is little indeed of real service that we now can render our 
lieroic dead. We may and we will care for the survivors who have 
returned to us maimed and crippled for life, but there is no service we 
may now render those who, in the language of Lincoln, paid the "full 



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measure of their devotion." except as we sei-vc the country tlu'v loved 
with a devotion equal to that which they gave. 'I'o do less, is to fall 
short of the privilege we have and to avoid in part tlie resi)onsil)ility 
imposed on us by the events of the last three years. 

As our heroes so bravely died that their country mi^ht Vive, shall 
we not as unselfishly live that our country shall never die 1 

Shall we not devote our purpose and our strength toward making 
America, wholly American'/ Must we not make sure that American 
citizenship shall mean a larger freedom, under the law — a due regard 
for the rights and comforts of others and a loyalty to home and country 
that shall be unquestioned? 

You and I, if we would measure up to our departed sons, must so 
conduct our business affairs as to give no reason for, or encouragement 
to, the spread of anarchy in America. Neither anarchism, nor I. W. 
W.'ism, nor Bolshevism, nor any other traitorous 'ism should be toler- 
ated in this free land of ours. Indeed, in this particular day, we, 
individually and collectively, have an obligation to fulfill — that of pre- 
serving law and order. To that end ^ve must see to it that if a citizen 
assail our flag he shall be promptly arrested and promptly punished, 
and if an alien speak or act against America, he shall promptly be put 
out of America. 

How can we of the Masonic order better honor our men wlio in the 
war paid the full limit of sacrifice and whose graves are today on some 
sunny slope in France, than to pledge anew our love and loyalty to the 
flag that on a foreign soil and far from home symbolized to them as they 
gazed into its starry folds, their country and all that was dearest to 
them in life ! 

"They lie in France where lilies bloom ; 

Those flowers pale that suard each tomb 
Are saintly souls that smiling stand 

Close by them in that martyred land. 
And mutely there the long- night shadows creep 

From quiet hills to mourn for them who sleep ; 
While o'er them through the dusk go silently 

Thi' grieving clouds that slowly drift to sea ; 
And lately round them moaned the winter wind 

^^'h(:sp voice, lamenting, sounds so coldly kind, 
Yet in their faith those waiting hearts abide 

The time when turns forever that false tide. 

In France they lie where lilies bloom 

Those flowers fair for them made room. 
Not vainly placed the crosses stand 

Within that brave and stricken land ; 
Their honor lives, their love endures, 

Their noble death the right assui'cs. 
For they shall have their hearts' desire, 

They who, unflinching, braved the fire, 
Across the fields their eyes at last shall see 

Through clouds and mist the hosts of victory.'' 

• — Percival Allen. 

Our greatest debt of gratitude to our own heroic dead is for the 
splendid proof they gave that the spirit of America lives in ever glori- 
fied form. The valor of the American citizen soldier has commanded 
recognition on everj' great battlefield of the war. It was the determining 



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factor both on land and on the sea. Wherever American blood has 
flowed on the fields of France and Flanders, in the defense of liberty 
and justice, there homage will be paid by future generations to the 
courage and the splendid idealism of those Americans among whom 
were those whose sacrifices we today here commemorate. 

Lincoln at Gettysburg voiced the deeper sentiment of those who 
would frame in w^ords adequate tribute to the men who have given all 
for the freedom of mankind. It is indeed impossible to frame in words 
the deep-felt tribute we hold in our hearts. To attempt it were vain. 
And so it is by lives of patriotic endeavor that we may best rededicate 
ourselves to the completion of the task they began. As truly as America 
can best serve humanity by unselfish cooperation in all that uplifts and 
liberates mankind, so truly will we honor our California dead by build- 
ing here a commonwealth that shall be always in the forefront of 
every broadly patriotic movement — a state whose civic ideals shall 
contribute in a large way to the permanent advancement and glory of 
the Republic. 



WORDS OF WELCOME TO KING ALBERT AND QUEEN 
ELIZABETH OF BELGIUM. 

Oakland. Octolwr 14. 1910. 

As Governor of California, and in behalf of over three million 
people, I come this morning to extend to you the appreciative hand of 
fellowship, and to bid you, King Albert and Queen Elizabeth of Bel- 
gium, heartfelt welcome to the golden state and golden sunshine of 
California. 

We are proud of the fact that California, second state of the Union 
in area, did her full share of America's part in winning the great war. 
And we are so proud of Belgium — big little Belgium — whose King and 
people held back the Hun, and thus made sure for the world that right, 
and not might, shall prevail. 

Your stay in California will be all too short, but we hope you will see 
so much of our state and our people, and be so convinced of the sin- 
cerity of our affection hy the qualit^^ of our hospitality, that you will 
come again. 

May God keep you well and strong, that you may long continue to 
liive heroic leadership to wonderful Belgium. 



'GOOD BYE" TO KING ALBERT AND QUEEN ELIZABETH 
OF BELGIUM. 

rasndena, October 17, 1919. 

We of California are exceedingly pleased and sincerely grateful to 
King Albert and Queen Elizabeth of Belgium for their visit to the 
United States and especially for their coming to California. 

Our hearts were deeply touched by the heroic action of the King and 
his soldiers, w^hen, in the first days of the great war, with history- 
making courage and valor, they stood between the German annies and 



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Paris. Heroic figures they were and heroic figures tliey will remain 
until the end of time. 

California is indeed proud of having exceeded its share in all war 
activities — is intensely proud of the part the United States had in the 
winning of the war — and now that we have seen the King and Queen 
and can personally testify to their democracy, we can with all earnest- 
ness and sincerity join the whole world in saying, "Long live King 
Albert and Queen Elizabeth." 

As the King and liLs armies stood in the gateway of Belgium and 
held back tlie destroying hordes of Huns, so must we stand in the gate- 
way to America and see to it that henceforth no man enters this God- 
favored land of ours who advocates anarchy or bolshevism. We must 
legislate so that every man. before he is admitted to citizenship in 
America, shall speak and read the language of America. We must also 
see that every man claiming citizenship who speaks or acts against our 
flag, shall be promptly and properly punished. 

And now. King Albert and Queen Elizabeth, we bid you good-bye and 
pra}^ Almighty God that you may have a safe journey home. 



WELCOME HOME ADDRESS. 

Delivered on Armistice Day, November 11, 1919. 

We are gathered today exactly twelve months after the firing of the 
last gun on the battlefields of France and the signing of the armistice 
which closed the greatest struggle at arms in all human history. This 
day has been designated not only as Armistice Day but also as Welcome 
Home Day that we may celebrate the homecoming of the men who rep- 
resented us on all the battlefields in France, on all our ships of war and 
in all the camps of preparation. 

We are proud of these men, not only because they have worn the 
American uniform in response to a call for service in the bloodiest 
conflict man has ever known, although that alone would have com- 
manded our appreciation and lasting gratitude, but we honor them 
more especially for the magnificent equalities they displayed. There 
was something about their service that far transcended a mere response 
to military duty. 

California contributed loyally and generously to the success of 
American arms on the battlefiekis of France. When the appeal for 
men was sounded by the President the response from our California 
firesides was prompt, spontaneous and in full measure. We all remem- 
ber the days when our young men in civilian dress gathered from city, 
county, hamlet and farm, marched through the streets, and we won- 
dered then what sort of soldiers they were to make, and what part they 
were to play in a war whose frightfulness was well understood. On 
they came from thousands of homes everywhere. Quitting their profit- 
able employments, postponing their high ambitions, they left behind 
them their earned prospects in life to engage in the awful game of war. 

Not for the love of the fight, but for the love of the right, they 
marched and fought. True to the high principles of American manhood 
■ — splendid indeed was the spirit they showed. 



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With fine self -adjustment, individual dash and energy, self-mastery 
and resourcefulness our boys went into the war and brought unmeas- 
ured honor to their state and country. 

The record that America's fighting boys made in the Avar set up a 
new standard for American citizenship. It was a new standard, be- 
cause never before had American citizen soldiers been sent overseas to 
ofiCer their lives on European soil in support of a cause broader than 
the countrj^'s need. 

So unprecedented was this call for the defense of world civilization 
that a great many well-meaning people insisted that to sacrifice Ameri- 
can lives in the great conflict was a lamentable departure from our 
traditions. To have followed the advice of those critics would have 
been ignoble, because it would have left to the doubtful determination 
of already overburdened peoples a cause that was the cause of liberty- 
loving men everywhere. Such an attitude on our part would have been 
cowardly and selfish, and in the long run would have resulted in the 
triumph of autocracy either through a defeat of the Allied powers or 
a compromise peace perpetuating autocratic rule. ]More. it would have 
imposed on us the final necessity of defending our own liberties. 

Back to our American homes millions of these brave sons have been 
streaming as the demobilization of our armies has proceeded. And 
now in behalf of the whole state of California, I extend to our returned 
heroes the heartfelt welcome of three million appreciative people. 

There will be vacant places in thousands of homes — homes where the 
golden star denotes in silent eloquence the measure of patriotic sacri- 
fice. A grateful nation's love and gratitude is the only offering that 
we can tender those whose dear ones fell in France and Flanders in 
defense of liberty and justice. They have sacrificed that free gov-ern- 
ment might not perish from the earth. The heroism and patriotism of 
our departed sons is a glorified memory. Having made the supreme 
sacrifice for home and country that justice and equality might not 
cease to be the ideals of the nation, these splendid heroes rest in France. 

It is not so much how long men live but how they live — and to what 
purpose, that most concerns us. It is achievement, measured in terms 
of unselfish service that counts. These boys who went overseas did the 
work of men in the making of human history. They have lived largely, 
have lived nobly, have served their country and humanity to a degree 
denied to most of us, and our lives are richer and our liberties secure 
because of their sacrifice. We owe them a debt of gratitude which 
nothing but equal loyalty to country can ever discharge. 

The names of our heroic dead are engraven on the nation's honor 
roll, and the memory of their deeds will live while men love liberty and 
honor courage. We pledge anew to the country they fought for and 
to the flag they loved the devotion they would have us give. 

To those of our heroes who, having returned, are taking their places 
in the walks of life among their fellowmen, we owe more than we can 
ever repay. We must never forget that these were the men who in the 
hour of the nation's testing and the world's need — when arrogance and 
armed might challenged humanity's highest ideals and endeavored to 
set up a world autocracy in contempt of justice — stayed the tide of 
Prussian triumph, turned impending defeat into victory and did their 
full share in saving civilization and all that civilization holds dear. 



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As these war veterans are expected to continue in peace their full 
ardor for the ideals of their country, so let us all make this honie- 
coniing: of our men the occasion for solemn resolve that, God helping 
us, we will never cease fighting the enemies of tlie Republic. Let there 
be no place in America for the man who is without reverence for the 
laws and institutions that comprise our national heritage. It means 
little to defeat autocracy in Europe if anarchy is to find lodgment here 
at home. 

It is indeed one of the chief glories of Amei'ican liistory and tradi- 
tion tlu\t demobilization of our armies consists of the simple process of 
reabsorbing into the body politic the millions composing its fighting 
power, and the superb ability of these men again to pick up the thread 
(jp service in the nation's industrial life is one of the supreme triumphs 
of democrac3^ 

This process of reassimilation ought to be a process of national recon- 
struction in the very best and highest sense. The convictions of oui' 
American boys formulated on battlefield and in cam]i will be indelilily 
stamped on current history. We, too, have grown. This is not the 
America that M'ent into the war in 1917. It is a new America born 
of the larger inspirations of a world cataclysm and a peace that marks 
the triumph of right over military autocracy. 

We can do little now to add to the honors of these men who fought 
our battles in France. Thev have won remarkable honors, more 
remarkable than any it is within our power to bestow. But we shall 
honor ourselves in a measure of appreciation and gratitude commen- 
surate with their service. Without question, many fallen in the fields 
of sunny France will, in response to tender sentiment, be brought home 
by the government and finally be laid to rest in the soil of their own 
United States. Others from like sentiment will remain where they 
have fallen in defense of liberty beneath a soil baptized and conse- 
crated with their blood. 

In either event, it will be well for the living if we can catch some- 
thing of the inspiration that prompted them. May their love of the 
flag be ours, ours their devotion to justice and liberty, ours their faith- 
fulness to dutv. 



ARMISTICE DAY ADDRESS. 

Delivered at rorterville, November 11. 1920. 

Armistice Day is a day of deep and solemn meaning to the American 
people. 

It is the day on which peace came to the war-worn nations of the 
earth — a day which marks a new era in the relations which nations shall 
bear to each other in the future. 

I have officially declared Armistice Da}^ a legal holiday, and all over 
California our people will assemble to pay reverent tribute to the heroes 
who gave their lives that institutions such as we here enjoy might be 
preserved, and whose graves dot the hillsides of France. 

These heroes died not only that you and I might live and enjoy the 
blessings of government of our own choosing, but that there might 



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forever be an end to all war. They died that generations coming after 
them might not be compelled to endure the horrors which they had 
known. 

These American heroes made the supreme sacrifice. They did their 
whole duty. But they left a task for us to perform. Its performance 
is for our self-interest. Our task is to see to it that wars such as this 
shall not again rend the earth. How have we performed our task? 
How have we fulfilled our trust ? Let us take thought of these things. 

On the 11th of November, 1918, there was fired the last shot in the 
greatest war which the world has ever known — the like of which, we sin- 
cerely pray, may never again be experienced by the children of men. 

Although engaged in actual hostilities for less than two years, 
America's contribution in men and money was enormous and decisive. 
More than four million men rallied to the colors and more than half of 
these were transported to Europe and engaged in the fiercest fighting 
of the war. They constituted the flower of our young manhood. Their 
valor and prowess is written in imperishable glory along the banks of 
the Marne, in the forest of Argonne, at Chateau Thierry, and in the 
dash to Verdun. 

The historian of the future will accord to America full meed of praise 
for the part which she played in this titanic conflict. Not only will be 
told the glorious story of the bravery and the prowess of America's 
c-ons on the far-fiung battle front in France, of the horrors of that living 
hell which they faced with unflinching courage, of their spirit and 
ardor which made them more than a match for the best trained troops 
of Europe, of their irresistible dash which literally swept the enemy 
before them, but history also will do full justice to the noble purpose 
and the high resolve which impelled America to enter into the conflict. 

It was not for selfish ends that America took up arms. America 
always has had her "place in the sun," and so long as she remains 
steadfast to her ideals always will have. America did not covet the 
lands that belong to other peoples. She did not seek by force of arms 
to exalt her glory as a military nation. She had no lust for power, or 
place, or pom]i. She did not seek commercial advantage. An ample 
market for all her wares and produce was provided at home and abroad, 
by the war ; and with the lessening or cessation of production in the 
other chief manufacturing and commercial countries, the whole world 
had turned to America for supplies. Our financial interests would have 
best been served by staying out rather than entering the war. 

But we did not think of ourselves alone. Our financial advantage, 
our commercial expansion and our personal comfort were not matters 
of first or of deepest concern. The world was aflame and the ideals 
which constitute the very foundation of our civilization were menaced 
with destruction. 

It was given to America to decide whether the world should be 
governed by principles of right and justice, and fair dealing between 
organized and orderly governments responsible to the will of the people 
who created them, or whether the M'orld should be ruled by irrespon- 
sible political organizations founded upon force and ignoring all morals 
and all laws save that of gross and material self-interest. America 
was called upon to decide between might and right. In this, as ever 
in the past, and as ever in the future, she declared for the right. 



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In the great war America fought for the preservation of the hopes 
and the ideals which have been entertained by men in all ages, and 
which alone, through their realization, can make this world a fit place 
for human habitation. 

America poured out her blood and her treasure that the nations of 
the world in their relations with others might be governed by the same 
laws of equity and of justice that govern the relations of men with 
each other. 

Fifty thousand graves in France are filled with American boys who 
willingly gave their lives to put an end to war. They died that future 
generations might not be subject to the horrors and miseries which 
came to them. Willingly they sacrificed themselves, that, founded 
upon the blood-bought victory, there might be established a permanent 
and enduring peace under which all the nations of the earth in perfect 
accord and good understanding one with another would be free to 
work out their destiny and develop their institutions so as best to 
serve the welfare and happiness of their own people without impinging 
upon the rights of other peoples. 

Two hundred and twenty thousand American boys who were wounded 
or who were taken prisoners, drank to the very dregs from the cup of 
misery brewed by this needless strife. They have passed through the fire. 
They know what war is and what it does to men. Their maimed 
bodies and broken spirits in anguish cry out to all the nations of the 
earth to safeguard and defend the world against the repetition of 
such horrors. 

The men who filled the trenches in France and passed through the 
living hell of conflict, together with all those others who on land or 
sea or in air contributed their bit to the winning of victory and ending 
the struggle", know what war is and fervently pray that it never again 
may be known on earth. 

But I sometimes wonder if the rest of us realize fully just what 
this war meant to us and to the other nations of the earth. Do you 
realize that the mobolized forces of all the nations engaged on both 
sides of the world war aggregated more than 59,000,000 men? And do 
you know that for every thirty human beings in the world — men, 
women and children — one man was taken away from industry and 
thrust into the war? Do you realize that the number of men killed 
on both sides during the great war according to the most authentic 
information was 7.668,320 men, more than twice the total population — 
men, women and children — in California ? And do you recall that this 
number about equals the combined population of all the states west 
of the Rocky Mountains? 

Do you realize that the total number on both sides who were wounded 
was more than 18,500,000 men, and that 7.000,000 more were accounted 
as prisoners or missing? If to these are added the number killed there 
is a grand total of killed, wounded, prisoners and missing of more than 
33,000,000 men, or a figure equal approximately to one-third the total 
population of the United States? 

Do you realize what it meant in loss of production, directly affecting 
not only the comfort but the very existence of millions of human beings, 
to withdraw from useful pursuits nearly 60,000,000 men best fitted 



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to serve in industrial pursuits and set them at the task of destroying 
each other ? Statisticians have computed that the direct loss to the world 
in production alone, due to the withdrawal from industry of men of 
fighting age, during this last war amounted to the tremendous total of 
more than $45,000,000,000. 

Have you kept in mind the fact that the direct cost of the great war, 
reflecting only the expenditure of the governments engaged on both 
sides of that struggle amounted to the staggering total of $186,333,- 
637,097? When to this almost inconceivable sum is added the stupen- 
dous loss of production, the value of the property destroyed and the 
capitalized value of human life, it has been computed that the direct 
and indirect cost of the war which ended with the declaration of an 
armistice on the 11th day of November, 1918, amounted to the amaz- 
ing total of $337,000,000,000. This is a sum so vast as to challenge 
comprehension and can be understood only by comparison. 

In 1917, just before the United States entered the war, the total 
wealth of this nation was estimated at $220,000,000,000, a sum only a 
little in excess of two-thirds of the cost of the world war. In the same 
year, 1917, the national wealth of the British Empire, including the 
United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa, India 
and Ceylon, the Crown colonies and protectorates, including Egypt, was 
estimated officially by a crown minister of the Empire at $130,000,000,- 
000. So that if the two figures representing the national wealth of the 
two wealthiest nations in the world be added together you will have 
a combined total of $350,000,000,000, only $13,000,000,000 in excess 
of the estimated direct and indirect costs of the great war. 

Is it strange that when more than 7,500,000 human beings have l)een 
sent to untimely graves by this monstrous war, when more than 
18,000.000 other human beings have been injured during the 
progress of a war which also has left its mark not only on the com- 
batant forces but upon every human lieing in the v;hole world, and 
has piled up a mountain of debt which must be borne in misery and in 
hardship by generations yet unborn — I say, is it strange that every 
intelligent human being throughout the world's broad expanse should 
be weary of war and look forward hopefully to the day when wars 
shall be no more ? The dream of that blissful day when ' ' swords shall 
be beaten into plowshares and spears into pruning hooks, ' ' when perma- 
nent and enduring peace shall rule throughout the earth, must be 
realized. 

If we are to assume merely that man is a rational and intelligent 
animal, then for his own protection and in order that he may live upon 
this earth under conditions that make life even tolerable — that he may 
even in a measurable degree enjoy the fruits of his own labor — then 
he must, merely as a matter of self-preservation, devise some means of 
putting an end to war. 

Men may differ upon the means to be employed to accomplish the 
ending of all war. None other than an enemy of all mankind will 
dispute the necessity for providing every possible safeguard against 
the recurrence of Avar. Doubtless there may be those who have not 
sufficient faith in human intelligence and in human capacity to so 
organize human society as to remove tlie incentive to war. But these, 



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to whom has been given but little faith in man's ability to work out 
his own destinj^ in his upward march to the mountain peaks of human 
aspiration, have their vision obscured by the fogs of selfishness, and 
greed, and lust and pride and pretense and all the other evil passions 
that ever have beset the pathway of poor struggling humanity and can- 
not see the star of hope that guides the way. 

There is a ivill greater than our own, a power that will direct and 
lead us in the right path which will sustain us and save us from the 
results of our own blindness and our own folly. So long as we reso- 
lutely set our feet in the right path and with singleness of purpose 
strive to make the way easier for those who are to follow after us 
we may have the comforting assurance that humanity will press on 
and ever upward and that the goal at last may be reached. 

We must keep America safe and secure from absorption by those 
whom we cannot assimilate. The overwhelming vote against Asiatic 
ownership or leasing of lands is a definite expression of the people of 
California. We must educate the nation. All of us have work to do. 
No other body of citizens can work more effectively than the American 
Legion and I am delighted to have its entire membership' work with 
me towards excluding from America all undesirable— unassimilable 
peoples. 

America must also be preserved from those who would destroy it. 
All those who preach destruction of government should be locked up 
in America or locked out of America. 

Our beloved country in these reconstruction daj^s needs the help of 
every American Legion member — I know you will give it freely, wisely 
and unstintingly. America is a grateful land and will rejoice in assist- 
ing her heroic sons in every upbuilding plan for their benefit. 

Remembering the horrors through which we have just passed and 
having in mind the duty which now is upon us to do all that lies 
within our power to prevent a recurrence of these horrors, I am 
reminded of the lines in Kipling's "Recessional", with which I shall 
close. 

Ood of our fathers known of old — 
Lord of our farfliing battle line — 
Beneath whose awful hand we hold 
I>omiuiou over palm and pine — 
Lord God of Hosts be with us yet. 
Lest we forget, lest we forget. 

The tumult and th? shouting dies 
The Captains and the Kings depart — 
Still stands thine ancient sacrifice. 
An humble and a contrite heart. 
Lorcf God of Hosts be with us yet. 
Lest we forget, lest we forget. 

Far-called our navies melt away — 
On dune and headland sinks the fire — 
Lo, all our pomp of yesterday 
Is one with Nineveh and Tyre ! 
.Judge of the Nations spare us yet 
Lest we forget, lest we forget. 



AN ACT TO CREATE A STATE COUNCIL OF DEFENSE, 1917. 

All aft to cr:\ite a state ci>uiicil of (li't\'us(> to make investigations into tlie effect 
of the occurrence of war upon the civil and economic life of the people of 
the State of California ; to recommend to tlie Governor measures to provide 
for the public security, the better protection of public health, a fuller devel- 
opment of the economic resources of the state and the encouragement of 
military training : to impose upon public ofiicers certain duties in connection 
herewith ; and to make appropriation for the purposes of this act. 
The people of the State of California do enact as follows: 

Section 1. There is hereby created a council, known as the state council of 
defense to consist of not more than thirty-three members who shall be appointed by 
the governor, to serve at his pleasure, from among those holding public oflice under 
the State of California, from among the personnel of the army and navy of the 
United States and other branches of the national administration with the consent 
of federal authority, from members of the staff of the University of California and 
from qualified citizens of the state and nation. 

Sec. 2. It shall be the duty of the state council of defense at once to take 
under consideration the effects of the occurrence of war upon the people of the 
State of California : to consider measures for public defense and security, for the 
protection of routes of communication, for the betterment and protection of public 
health, for the public care and assistance of individuals and classes upon whom 
the hardships occasioned by war would fall most heavily, for the fuller development 
of the resources of the state, particularly those from which are derived the supplies 
of food and other commodities upon which the conduct of war makes especial drain ; 
to encourage the military training of the citizens of the state ; to examine into 
measures to increase the public revenue to meet war demands and to effect the 
elimination of waste and extravagance ; and to consider measures to be taken to 
meet the exigencies of all situations occasioned by war. 

Sec. '.i. The governor shall be ex officio chairman of the state council of defense. 
He shall designate the vice chairman, and shall appoint an executive committee and 
such subcommittees as he shall deem advisable. He shall have power to employ 
such assistance and to make such expenditures as he may deem necessary to carry 
out the purposes of this act. He may. when he deems it expedient, dissolve the 
state council of defense or cause its activities to be suspended or terminated. 

Sec. 4. Members of the state council of defense shall serve without pay, but 
shall be reimbursed for their actual and necessary expenses incurred in the per- 
formances of their duties hereunder; provided, however, that the vice chairman 
shall devote his entire time to the work of the state council of defense and shall 
receive such compensation as the governor may determine. 

Sec. 5. The headquarters of said council shall be in the state capitol. but the 
governor may establish branch offices elsewhere and may call meetings to be held 
at such times and places as he may deem expedient. It shall be the duty of every 
public officer, board, or commission of the State of California to render to the 
governor nod to the state council of defense, at the request of the governor, all 
possible assistance and to make such investigations and supply such data as the 
governor may at any time require. 

Sec. 6. The sum of one hundred thousand dollars is hereby appropriated out 
of any money in the state treasury not otlierwise appropriated, to carry out the 
purposes of this act. The state controller is hereby authorized and directed to 
draw his warrants in favor of the governor from time to time, in such sums as the 
governor may designate, and the state treasurer is hereby authorized and directed 
to iiay th? same. This appropriation is hereby exempted from the operation of 
th'^ provisions of section six hundred seventy-two of the Political Code ; provided, 
hoivever, that no liability in excess of one hundred dollars shall be incurred without 
the approval of the governor; and provided, further, that the state council of 
defense shall submit to the legislature, through the governor, a report including 
as full a statement of the activities of the council as is consistent with the public 
interest, together with an account of the expenditures made by the council, or 
authorized by it, in as full detail as the public interest will permit. 

Sec. T. Inasmuch as the President of the United States has called the congress 
to meet in special session to consider measures for the national defense and has 
summoned the National Guard of the State of California, it is hereby declared that 
this act is necessary for the immediate preservation of the public peace and safety, 
and that under the provisions of section one of article four of the constitution an 
urgencv exists, and this act shall take effect immediately. 



WAR PROCLAMATIONS AND 
PATRIOTIC MESSAGES 



NAMING OF THE STATE COUNCIL OF DEFENSE MEMBERS. 

April 4. 1!)1T. 

In selecting- the nieinbers of the State Conneil of Defense I have 
made an effort to secure persons especially qualified to deal with the 
problems outlined in the act creating the council. Scores of good names 
have been submitted; I feel sure that the men and women chosen will 
give California the very best possible service during the troublous 
times that threaten us. The first meeting of the State Council of 
Defense will be held Friday afternoon at Sacramento. The task of 
preparing California for whatever exigencies may arise will begin at 
once and go forward steadily. 

Members of the State Council of Defense. 

Aldou Anderson, UniikiT and Vvu'n Oiower. 

David I'. Barrows, Deau of Faculty, University of California. 

Charles H. Beutley, California Fruit Canners' Association. 

Gen. J. J. Borree, Adjutant General. California. 

John A. Britton, General Manager. Pacific Gas and Electric Company. 

Seth Brown. President. Central Labor Council. 

Ralph W. Bull, Publisher and Stock Raiser. 

John J. Byrne, I'assenger Traffic Manager, Santa Fe Railroad; Chairman Red 

Cross. 
Col. Frank W. Coe, United States Army. 

Mrs. Josiah Evans Cowles, President, American Fedeiatiou Women's Clubs. 
(i. A. Davidson, Prpsideut, Panama-California Exposition. 
J. (). Davis, United States Collector of Port. 
Edward A. Dickson. State Tax Commissioner. 

Edward L. Doheny. Oil I'roducer : President. Practical Patriots" Organization. 
George E. Ebright. Physician ; I'resident. State Board of Health. 
Mortimer Fleishhacker. President. Anglo-California Trust Company. 
Austin B. Fletcher, Chief Engineer, State Highway Commission. 
Frank P. Flint, Former United States Senator. 

John R. Haynes. Physician ; Member. State Board Charities and Corrections. 
Mrs. PhoebeA. Hearst. Regent, University of California. 
P. H. McCarthy, President. State Building Trades Council. 
B. B. Meek. Farmer. 
. Miss Ethel Moore, Social ^Vorker. 
A. H. Naftzger, Fruit Grower. 

John F. Neylan, Chairman, State Board of Control. 
John A. O'Connell, Secretary, San Francisco Labor Council. 
Chester H, Rowell, Publisher. 

James A. B. Scherer, President. Throop Institute of Technology. 
William Sproule, President, Southern Pacific Company. 
Chauncey Thomas. Rear Admiral. United States Navy (retired). 
V. S. Webb. Attorney General. California. 
Benjamin Ide Wheeler. President, University of California. 
Rav I.ymau Wilbur, President, Leland Stanford Jr. University. 



RESOURCES AND FOOD SUPPLY CONFERENCE PROCLAMATION. 

April 10-28, 1!)1T. 

Whereas, an emergency in our national and state affairs now exists 
in which it is desirable to have full information concerning the pro- 
duction, distribution and supply of food in the State of California, and 

Whereas, the Committee on Resources and Food Supply of the State 
Council of Defense has directed the Department of Agricultin-e of the 



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University of California, assisted by the State Department of Agricul- 
ture, State Commission of Horticulture, State Board of Health, State 
Veterinarian, State Market Director, the United States Forestry Serv- 
ice and other agencies, to hold meetings in the various counties of the 
state, to the end that the desired information may be expeditiously 
obtained. 

Therefore. I. William D. Stephens, Governor of the State of Califor- 
nia, do direct that such hearings be held, and I call upon the producers 
and distributors of foodstuffs to set aside their usual occupations in 
order to attend the conferences at the places and dates between April 
16th ami 28th, alreadv announced in the various counties. 



FIRST LIBERTY LOAN SUBSCRIPTION APPEAL. 

May 14-.JUO0 15, 1917. 

We must remember that in this war for freedom and democracy 
money must be freely supplied to the government. Every man, woman 
and child should take as personal the appeal for subscriptions to the 
libertj^ loan. In the few remaining days the smallest wage earner must 
combine with those of larger means to let the world know that Califor- 
nia is doing her share. 

There is no safer investment than liberty bonds and there is no 
better evidence of patriotic service than the possession of a liberty 
bond. I appeal to all the people of California for an immediate and 
united response. 



RED CROSS SUNDAY PROCLAMATION. 

May 24. IIHT. 

The nation is at the present moment engaged in the noble work of 
placing the American Red Cross upon a war footing. To that end at 
least one hundred million dollars must be raised. No work could be 
more unselfish. No purpose more truly patriotic. It is the duty of 
every person within the State of California to contribute generously 
and whole-heartedly to the end that the nation may be amply equipped 
to deal with the ravages of war. To encourage that idea and to em- 
phasize its state-wide importance, I do hereby proclaim Sunday, May 
24th, to be American Red Cross Sunday, and urge due observance of 
the day in every eliurch within the state. 



ENDORSEMENT OF THE STATE DEPARTMENT OF 
AMERICANIZATION. 

May 31. 1917. 

The three departments of the state government whose work covers 
the field of Americanization and immigrant education — that is, the 
State Board of Education, the University of California, and the Com- 
mission of Immigi'ation and Housing — have formed a joint connnittee 



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to be known as ^'The California Committee of Public Agencies for 
Amerieanization." It will be the function of tliis committee to coordi- 
nate the work of the three departments in Americanization and to pre- 
vent overlapping and duplication of effort. 

Such a work will be of great value to the State of California, hut the 
usefulness of this committee will be very greatly increased if it can 
also secure the cooperation of the many semipublic and private organi- 
zations which have interested tliemselves in Americanization and com- 
munity organization. 

1 bespeak for this committee the sup|)iirt and cooperation of all of 
the state departments, of all organizations, pulslic and private, and of 
all public spirited citizens of the state. 



STATEMENT OF THE PREPARATION FOR REGISTRATION DAY. 

.Tunc :;. l!)tT. 

Six days after the President's proclamation, setting the date for 
registration for the draft, I had the honor of reporting to Washington 
that California was prepared. It is a matter of pride that in this short 
time our state, with its ten cities of more than 80,000 inhabitants, with 
its mountains and deserts, and its great valley.s, has become closely knit 
for a splendid patriotic purpose. 

For years it has been my hope that our nation would prepare against 
aggression. Now that the federal government has determined to raise 
and equi]) an army to meet the present great emergency, onr people 
respond to tlie call with vigor and witli deeji appreciation of its full 
meaning. 

The state, county and city officials upon whom the i-esponsibility luis 
fal'en for perf(Mting the machinery of registration, have pin-fornuMl 
their tasks with marked ability. Only a person well acquainted with 
the areas of our state can fully appreciate what has been accomjilished. 
Thi,'-; is no ordinary election. The work of registration mnst lie done by 
precinct officials personally. These officials must use greatest care in 
writing all answers and correctly recording the details of enrollment. 
Upon the accuracy of this work depends the success of all subse- 
quent steps of the draft. All of this work in California is voluntary — 
a free-will offering of the people. 

Let us approach Registration Day with sei'iors tlmught and renewed 
devotion to our country. 

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SELECTIVE DRAFT REGISTRATION PROCLAMATION. 

.Time .-., 1917. 

Whereas, the President of the United States has fixed June 5th, as 
the day upon which registration for the selective draft shall be held 
throughout the nation ; and, 

Whereas, a more accurate and swift registration may be had if the 
entire people devote themselves to this single purpose on Registration 
Day: 



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Now, therefore, I, William D. Stephens. Governor of the State of 
California, by virtue of the power and authority in me vested do 
hereby proclaim Tuesday, June 5, 1917, to be a public holiday. 

I recommend that upon Registration Day all places of business be 
closed between the hours of 7 a.m. and 9 p.m., except where necessity 
and public welfare demand otherwise. 

This is no ordinary holiday. It should not be observed in a litiht or 
thoughtless mood. The day must be approached with serious mind and 
full understanding- of its deeper meaning. 

Let us make this Registration Day throughout our state a day of 
service. 



STATEMENT OF THE RESULT OF THE DRAFT REGISTRATION. 

June G. 1917. 

I have sent the following telegram to the Provost IMar-shal General 
at Washington: 

"I have the honor to v?Port that registration in California has been completed. 
There have been no disturbances of any kind in any part of the state. Total 
number registered has far exeeodod all estimate."' 

California has done its part today in most gratifying fashion. 
County and state authorities who conducted the registration have per- 
formed their task faithfully and efficiently. The fact that the total 
number has gone far beyond expectations attests the spirit of Califor- 
nia. It is a matter of satisfaction and pride that we have had no dis- 
turbances of any consequence. The authorities everywhere were ready 
and the War Department advised me that federal forces were at my 
command. I am proud to say that there was not a single call for 
drastic action. 

We must go forward in further preparation with this same efficiency 
and this same patriotic spirit. 



MARINE CORPS ENLISTMENT WEEK PROCLAMATION. 

.Tune 10-1(>. 1917. 

]\Iajor General George Barnett, Commandant of the United States 
Marine Corps, has called for fottr thousand enlistments in the week 
from June 10th to June ^6th, 1917. 

The Marine Corps is the oldest branch of our armed forces. Its his- 
tory is one of heroism and military efficiency. It has upheld the honor 
of the flag in every portion of the globe. 

United States Marines marched six hundred miles across an African 
desert to Tripoli. They were the first in the attack on Chapultepec. 
They led the allied forces at Peking. In recent years they have paci- 
fied Nicaraugua and Panama, and in recent months have administered 
the affairs of Haiti and Santo Domingo. 

The Marine Corps is an arm of the service that is always ready. It 
is a great honor to serve with the IMarines. 

California boys must see to it that during ITnited States Marine 
Corps Recruiting Week from June 10th to June 16th, the state's full 
nuota is furnished. 



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FLAG DAY PROCLAMATION. 

.hui,> 14. 1017. 

The attention of the i)eoi)le of onr .state sliould he direeted to the 
ohservance of Fhi>i' Day, Thnrschiy. Jnne 14tli, and as Governor of 
California I iirue that the oeeasion he devoted to renewed pledges of 
alle.uiance and to expression of the sentiments and ideals tliat are the 
spirit of our national life. The day will have an nnusual significance. 
The flag has now gone forward in the world carrying to distant lands 
its message of democracy, liberty and justice. Its presence on the bat- 
tle line in Europe kindles a new fervor for our flag and for what it 
stands. 

To our country and our flag we should again exju-ess our allegiance 
and T trust that throughout the State of California Flag Day will be 
celebrated with all the manifestations of the patriotic zeal that give 
strength and power in this time of war. 

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SALVATION ARMY FUND DRIVE PROCLAMATION. 

August 18-28. 1017. 

I am a thorough believer in the work of the Salvation Army and I 
have long been impressed with the spirit of unselfish devotion displayed 
by the men and women comprising its membership. 

The war has created a wider field for their lieneficial services and they 
are to be found today side l)y side with our men on the fields of France 
ministering to their wants. 

The work which they are doing requires money. From the 18th to 
the 28th of August a drive will be conducted throughout the State of 
California to raise funds for the war service work which the Salvation 
Army is carrying on. I am glad to be able to call to the attention 
of the people of California this opportunity of supporting and invigo- 
rating the noble efforts of the organization. 

I hope that our response will be generous and that California will do 
her full share. I know that every dollar contributed to this fund 
will be spent for the benefit of our boys in the army and navy. 

j\[av success crown the eft'orts of the Salvation Arnn'. 



PROCLAMATION ON ENTRAINMENT OF THE FIRST CONTIN- 
GENT OF THE ARMY CREATED UNDER THE SELECTIVE 
SERVICE ACT. 

Soptemliei' ."», 1017. 

On September 5th the first contingent of the great American army 
created under the Selective Service Act will entrain in every exemption 
district of the State for the mobilization camp at American Lake. 

These mvn are going forward to otfer their lives to the end that the 
principles of free govermnent, upon which we base our civilization, 
may endure. 



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They must not go into that awful struggh^ without assurani es that 
they have the loyal and unwavering support of all of us and that they 
carry with them our sincere admiration and our deej) affection. 

Let us then on the 5th of September show to these men by public 
demonstration that our hearts are with them and that we wish them 
well. 

California is offering her sons to the cause of civilization. Mi\y <Tod 
give them strength and victorv ! 



SECOND LIBERTY DAY PROCLAMATION. 

October 24, 1017. 

The nation is calling upon us to lend our money for its support in 
this hour of emergency. The eyes of our allies are upon us looking 
for encouragement. Our enemies are watching us for a sign of weak- 
ness. We must show the world by our response to the nation's call 
that we as a people are absolutely and unalterably pledged to the cause 
of liberty. In order to emphasize the duty that is ours, the President 
has designated Wednesday, the 24th day of October, 1917, as Liberty 
Day. I strongly feel that the people of this state should, on that 
date, set aside their ordinarv duties and devote themselves to the sup- 
port of the liberty loan campaign. I do, therefore, urge that the 
afternoon of that day be made a holiday for all state employees through- 
out the state whose services can be spared, that all stores and all public 
places be closed, and that all mayors and other local authorities .join 
with their local liberty loan committees in rolling up a subscription in 
the State of California that will far exceed our allotment. 

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FOOD PLEDGE PROCLAMATION. 

Octobor 20. 1017. 

Urged by my sense of patriotic duty to support every effort toward 
the nation's victory in the struggle now being waged on land and sea, 
I appeal to the women and the men of California to at once sign the 
Food Pledge of the Federal Food Administration. 

These pledges will be presented at every door, they will appear in 
newspapers, they will be spoken of in the churches, theatres, and mov- 
ing picture houses. Every agency, federal, state, county, municipal, 
public and private will be used to bring these pledges to your notice. 
Every woman and every man in California should sign. 

The pledge is a simple one. It merely states that the signer is glad 
to join the Federal Administrator in the service of food conservation 
of our nation and that the signer accepts membership in the United 
States Food Administration, pledging herself or himself to carry out 
the directions and advice of the Food Administrator in the home so far 
as circumstances permit. 

I appeal to you as Americans, as Californians and as lovers of your 
nation and of humanity to sign the Food Pledge. A unit of American 
homes arrayed against the enemy will mean certain success. 



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RESTRICTED DELIVERY SERVICE PROCLAMATION. 

Xovrmbtn- S. 1!)17. 

Men are needed fei- productive labor. They iniisl he reser\','(l for 
sncli work and not di'awii therefrom to ch) non-essentials, if yon will 
show due consideration your dealei' will he able to supply men for 
}n'()duetive fields, instead of withdrawing them therefrom. The need- 
less delivery work that you put upon stores means an unnecessary 
drain on the country's man power. 

In order to release men for other activity the ,u'o\-ei'inneni, through 
the Council for National Defense, urges that the system of one delivery 
per day be followed everywhere. 

Avoid having goods sent honu^ unless yon. are sure \'on ai'e goinu' to 
keep them. 

Bring back to the store such goods as are ixji-table when return 
cannot be avoided. 

The stores will give you the best sei-vice in their powe!\ but both 
the stores and the pul)lic must do their duty to the couiitrx'. 

As Governor of the State of California, I ask the |>ubli(' to do thes' 
things for the welfai'e of our country during the wai'. 



ENDORSEMENT OF BOY SCOUTS. 

Novpinher 30. 1!)17. 

AVhen I see the Boy Scouts on the trail in the country, or in camp, 
learning the fascinating secrets of woodcraft and enjoying the real, 
unaffected pleasures of camp life ; wdien I find them assuming the 
responsibilities of work in connection with the Red Cross or liberty 
loan campaigns, and note the seriousness with which they go about 
their tasks; when I hear of them performing duties assigned to them 
efficiently and well and without asking why, then I reali/e the tremen- 
dous value of the Boy Stout movement in shaping the chai-acter of the 
hoys of America. 



THRIFT DAY PROCLAMATION. 

Di'coMiiber 13. 1017. 

In this time of need, when every resource must be d(^veloi)ed and used 
to the fullest extent in order to support our armies in the field, the 
nation has called upon its people to forego voluntaril\-, thi'onuli tiu^ 
practice of patriotic s;df-denial. nuniy of the iileasui'es custouuu'y in 
times of peace. 

The lesson of thrift nnist b(^ well learned, not onl\- foi- the purpose 
of the w'ar but in order that it may become a fixed hal)it in coming 
generations of the democracy which the nation is fighting to preserve. 
The medium through which this national need must be brought home to 
every man, woman and child is the present war saving campaign. 

It is important that the children of today shall take a leading part 
in war saving, and learn w(dl the lesson of thrift. The child who saves 



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in the nation's lioiir of need also lavs a solid fonndation for his whole 
life. 

In order to enlist every child in California as a soldier of thrift, to 
teach him how to save, how to sacrifice and how to give up luxuries, I, 
as Governor of the State of California, do set aside Thursday, Decem- 
ber 13th, to be observed as Thrift Day, with appropriate exercises in all 
of the pubic schools of the state. 

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DYNAMITING OF THE EXECUTIVE MANSION. 
December IT, 1917. 

The attempted dynamiting of the executive home was probably done 
with a view to terrorism, which is the chief weapon of the alien enemy. 
Of course, dastardly acts of that character can have but one effect — 
that is, to make us more determined than ever to put down the enemy 
within our gates. 

Our people are at war, and the united energy of the nation ought 
to be directed toward the successful prosecution of that war. We 
will not permit acts of frightfulness to deter us from our course. 

As Governor, my entire energy will continue to be devoted to the 
task of having our state do its full share in support of the nation's 
patriotic program. 



MESSAGE TO ALL MEN OF CALIFORNIA IN THE SERVICE 
OF THE NATION. 

December 2.j, 1917. 

May you, on this Christmas Day, know that our hearts are with you, 
that we at home are striving to inspire you and invigorate you, and may 
you ever feel that we are all looking to the day when a victorious peace 
won by your courage and your strength will bring you liack to us. 



SMILEAGE BOOKS CAMPAIGN PROCLAMATION. 

January 28 — February 3', 1918. 

The IMilitary Entertainment Council, a special commission appointed 
by the Secretary of War to provide entertainment for the men of the 
American army now gathered together in the various mobilization 
camps, has adopted a scheme of raising money for such entertainment 
by the sale of books of tickets of admission to the various theatrical 
and other performances to be held under the direction of this commit- 
tee. These books have been called "Smileage Books" and are to be had 
in two sizes, one of twenty coupons for $1, the other of one hundred 
coupons for $5. The Military Entertainment Council desires the gen- 
eral public to purchase these books and to send them to their soldier 
friends in the army at the mobilization camps. The committee intends 



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to carry on a campaign dnring the week beginning Jaiiiiai-y 2Stli for 
the sale of the "Smileage Books." 

I feel that the entertainment of the men of the army is a matter of 
great importance to all of ns. We cannot expect to win the war unless 
our troops go to France with a morale more vigorous ami more aggres- 
sive than that of the enemy. To obtain that morab' they need, in addi- 
tion to the hard grind of military training, entertainment of a whole- 
some and interesting sort. The people of the State of California can 
assure such entertainment in the mobilization cam})s by the purchase 
of "Smileage Books." 1 do therefore heartily approve and endorse 
the campaign for the sale of these books, and trust that in the week 
beginning January 28th all persons will render to the connnittee their 
sincere aid and assistance in carrying out the campaign. 



TAG-YOUR-SHOVEL-DAY PROCLAMATION. 

January 30, 191S. 

The United States Fuel Administration, in order to emphasize the 
necessity for saving fuel, has decided to observe January 30, 1918, as 
" Tag-Your-Shovel Day." On that day tags pointing out means and 
methods of saving fuel are to be distributed and placed on coal shovels 
by the school children. The important object of this movement in Cali- 
fornia is that economy be exercised in the use of fuel in order that 
car space and motive power ordinarily used to transport coal into this 
state can be released for the use of those parts of the country where 
the demand for coal and the suifering because of lack of it are more 
acute. 

I feel that it is the duty of every citizen of California to do all that 
he can to assist in this work. 

I do therefore designate and set apart January 30, 1918. as "Tag- 
Your-Shovel Day," and I hope that in each school throughout the 
state appropriate exercises will be held during that day to emi)hasize 
the move for fuel economy and the value of the part that school 
children may take in such work, and that all persons will do their 
utmost to aid the efforts of the Fuel Administration toward saving- 
coal. 

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SHIPYARD VOLUNTEER PROCLAMATION. 

February .5, 191S. 

To win the war our first need is ships and to build ships our first 
need is earnest skilled labor. In order that these needed ships may be 
quickly available, practically every shipyard in the United States, 
under our government's urging, is increasing and in som(» instances 
doubling its present capacity. 

To turn out this greatly increased volume of cargo-carrying vessels, a 
great industrial army — a huge additional force to those already in the 
shipbuilding service — must be recruited. 



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In order that it may readily lay its hand upon and make availal)le 
every class of skilled labor that can be pressed into voluntary service 
in speeding up its shipbuilding campaign, our government is seeking 
to enroll every artisan and mechanic who can be utilized and who is 
not now engaged in shipbuilding. The plan is to call upon and put to 
work at standard wages these volunteers who enroll themselves, as will- 
ing to accept work with the government. They will be given employ- 
ment just as rapidly as they may be needed in the scores of big ship- 
building plants in various parts of the country. They will be called into 
service in such fashion as to disturb as little as possible manufacturing 
conditions throughout the country. 

California's quota of the 250,000 men, which it is sought to enroll 
in this big shipbuilding reserve, is 11,500. Alread.y many hundreds of 
such workers in California have sent in their names to the United States 
Shipbuilding Board at Washington l)ut many hundreds more are 
needed. It is a service on which hangs the fate of our army in France 
and of our allies the world over. 

Registration bureaus where such skilled workers can secure registra- 
tion cards and enroll themselves, have been opened in every county in 
the state under the auspices of county councils of defense. All branches 
of the Federal Free Employment Bureau and of the State Free Employ- 
ment Bureau also are registering such Avorkers. Every worker in Cali- 
fornia who desires to be of patriotic service to his country should enroll 
himself as one of those wlio will respond to the government's call in 
its time of need. 



LETTER OF SYMPATHY TO A MOTHER WHOSE SON WAS LOST 
IN THE SINKING OF THE STEAMSHIP TUSCANIA. 

February 7, 1918. 

Please permit me to express the sorrow which we all share in this 
hour of your great bereavement. 

Tender words cannot keep back the tears which give expression to 
our grief, but the contemplation of the cause for M^hich he gave his 
young life cannot but be a source of exceeding pride to you, as it is 
an inspiration to the thousands who now claim him as their own. 

To have died in defense of our country's flag is to live forever in the 
affection and esteem of all our people. No greater tribute can be paid 
to man than to have it said, "He died a patriot." Stanley Collins 
gave his life for the land he loved — for home and mother. He died a 
patriot. 

On behalf of all our people, may I convey to you, his mother, the 
love we all feel, the honor we all render and the gratitude that is deep 
in our hearts. 



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JUNIOR RED CROSS ENROLLMENT. 

Fchniary 10. 10 IS. 

The National Junior Red Cross is desirous of having ever\- school in 
the United States enrolled with all its pupils as an auxiliary of the 
Junior Red Cross. The object of this is to o'et all the boys and girls 
to do their share in patriotic work. 

Every school should teach patriotism. Every child should learn 
lessons of patriotism, thrift, industry, food production and conserva- 
tion, and service, and tliere is no better way of doing this than by 
giving service at this time. I therefore ask that the school teachers 
and school pupils of California respond whole-heartedly to this call 
of duty. Let us try to havt' a full enrollment before Washington's 
Birthday. 



UNITED STATES BOYS' WORKING RESERVE PROCLAMATION. 

March IS, 191S. 

To increase the supply of farm labor a movement has been inaugu- 
rated by the Secretary of Labor to enroll all boys in the country between 
the ages of sixteen and twenty-one years in the United States Boys' 
Working Reserve. Every high school principal in California has been 
commissioned enrollment officer. 

An opportunity is thus given to the boys below draft age to render 
a service to their country of the highest degree. Especially in Cali- 
fornia where on account of the favorable season the crop will be 
enormous, are the services of the boys between these ages of the greatest 
value. 

I know that every boy in California is anxious to serve his country 
and to help win the war, and by enrolling in the United States Boys' 
Working Reserve he will show to the people of this state and nation 
that he is willing to do all that he can to that end. I hope that the 
movement will have the support and encouragement of all parents and 
that the boys will do their part in harvesting California's crops. 



THIRD LIBERTY LOAN STATEMENT. 

.Vr)i-ii ."). lOis. 

Again those of us who cannot go to the front and take a part in the 
actual battles that our country is waging in the cause of liberty are to 
have an opportunity of rendering a great service to our country. The 
government has decided to call upon us again to lend it a part- of our 
savings. Let none of us fail to go down into our pockets and lend 
to the nation to the utmost limit of our ability and let us each remember 
the government is asking very little indeed of us when it asks us 
merely to lend it our money at a good rate of interest. It might well 
ask us to give it and if it did it would be our duty to give it without stint. 

And let us also bear in mind the thought that the more freely we use 



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our money to strengthen the arm of the nation the more speedily will 
the war end and glorious victory be brought to our arms. While the 
people of California have exhibited unparalleled patriotism in their 
subscriptions to the first and second liberty loans I trust that they 
will answer the present call of the government with even greater 
generosity and pile up a total subscription that will stand as a monu- 
ment to their loyalty and their belief in the principles of democracy. 



WIN THE WAR DAY PROCLAMATION. 

April €i, 191S. 

One year ago today the United States of America took its place 
beside the nations which are hazarding their existence to the end that 
the evils of autocracy may be obliterated. During that year we have 
accomplished much. We have trained and equipped an enormous army; 
we have taught ourselves the lessons of food conservation; but the 
greatest of our deeds has been the absolute unification of the patriotic 
spirit of the people in support of the stand the nation has taken. 

By the strength of that spirit w^e and our brave allies are waging 
this war and by that strength we will win it. 

I believe that on this day we should take some time to pledge our- 
selves anew to the cause for which w^e fight and to thank (jrod for 
the success we have thus far had. 



THIRD LIBERTY DAY PROCLAMATION. 

April 26, 1918. 

President Wilson has declared Friday, the 26th day of April, as Lib- 
erty Day and has asked the people of this nation to pledge themselves 
anew on that day to support the nation's cause by the power of their 
financial strength. 

With that request I am in hearty accord. We must spare no effort 
to make the third liberty loan an overwhelming success in order that 
our enemies may know that the American people are resolved to win 
this war no matter what the cost may be. 

I therefore urge that stores and all public places be closed on the 
afternoon of that day and that the people in every city and town and 
the country districts join in patriotic demonstrations and I also urge 
that the mayors and other governing authorities join with their respec- 
tive liberty loan committees to make the celebration a powerful factor 
in the drive for subscriptions. 

For the purpose of participating in Liberty Day celebrations all 
employees of the state government throughout the state whose services 
can be spared may be excused at 12:00 o'clock noon Friday, the 26th 
day of April. 



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EDUCATIONAL CAMPAIGN PROCLAMATION. 

May ."•). VJIS. 

The successful prosecution of the war demands the services of men 
and women of high and thorough training- along all lines of human 
endeavor. After the war is over, there will be an urgent need for care- 
ful, intelligent leadership in our industrial, commercial, social and civic 
life. On that account our school system must be kept at full efficiency 
for the period of the war. 

The Department of the Interior, through its Bureau of Education, 
with the approval of the President of the United States, has instituted 
a comprehensive campaign for the support of the schools all over the 
United States and as Governor of California I desire to urge upon the 
people of this state not to relax in their efforts to ^maintain in our 
schools the splendid efficiency that has been a source of pride to us for 
many years and to do everything possible toward their constant 
improvement during the period of the war to the end that the oppor- 
tunities for education may not be diminished and that the best inter- 
ests of the nation mav be served. 



MOTHERS' DAY PROCLAMATION. 

May 12, 191S. 

The great traged.v of the war is the anxious and aching hearts of the 
mothers of our soldier boys. In contemplation of their tears and of 
their sublime heroism, we are stirred to the depths in sympathy and 
respect. 

Next Sunday will be observed in the trenches by writing letters to 
inothers at home. We must be ever mindful of those whose sons have 
gone to the front and try to sustain them in their misgivings and their 
griefs. We should, on Mothers' Day, May 12th, ask Almighty God to 
protect all mothers, but particularly should we ask Him to hearten 
and comfort the mothers who are longing for the safe return of their 
courageous sons. 



APPEAL TO TEACHERS FOR COOPERATION IN THE 
WAR SAVINGS CAMPAIGN. 

May 10. 191S. 

In cooperation with the government in the war savings plan the 
teachers of California have an opportunity of rendering service the 
value of which can not be estimated. The government desires to spread 
information with reference to its war savings campaign in every pos- 
sible manner. It desires to inculcate in tlie minds of all children the 
importance of mobilizing the tinancial resources of the country and the 
idea of bringing that mobilization about by intelligent savings of small 
sums. If the children of the country can be infused with the idea that 
in this way they can help their country and can take an active part in 



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the waging and winning of the war the results will exceed the most san- 
gTiine estimates. We all know how anxious children are to take some 
part and how whole-hearted they are in their endeavors when once 
their interest is aroused. I firmly believe that the teachers of the state 
can, by constant daily instruction and explanation, make each child 
under their care a potent factor in the general savings campaign. I 
hope that the school teachers will put their whole heart in this work 
and that they will assist and encourage the idea in every manner pos- 
sible. 

We must win the war and from my knowledge of the character of 
the people of this state and this nation I know that we will win the 
war but I also know that to bring that result about every one of us must 
use his unstinted effort in carrying out the financial plans of the gov- 
ernment. We greatly appreciate the patriotic service already ren- 
dered by the teachers of California and now request that they con- 
tinue to put forth their individual and united strength towards spread- 
ing the war savings idea. 



FARM LABOR PROCLAMATION. 

May IS, 191S. 

The gathering of crops in California during the approaching har- 
vest season is a matter of serious concern to which the state must imme- 
diately direct its attention. 

The farmers of California have in a spirit of splendid loyalty 
responded to the appeals of the government to increase production. 
They have done all that a patriotic people could do to help meet the 
food crisis. Now that they have done their part, it remains for those 
in other industries to be ready to give their aid in the critical situation 
that is likel}' to confront our state. 

The immediate solution is to ask persons who never before have 
turned their hands to farm labor to help the farmer bring in the crop. 
We must go to the cities and ask men, women and children to help in 
the harvest. We must ask them to turn aside from their regular occu- 
pations, unless they are engaged in essential war work, to give up their 
vacations and to offer themselves to the farmers of the state. This is 
a call for volunteers for an army that will serve in the way of a second 
line of defense. 

Offices under the supervision of the State Employment Bureau will 
be maintained in the larger cities ; offices will also be maintained in 
smaller places during the crop gathering periods, to which volunteers 
can report for information and instruction. At these places men spe- 
cially cjualified will be stationed, to the end that efficient and direct 
service can be had. 

The employers of such labor will be required to furnish proper hous- 
ing of those who volunteer and, wherever other facilities are not avail- 
able, camps will be in.stalled under proper supervision. 

In order that it may be ascertained how many of our citizens will 
volunteer for this work, and when their services can be used, I call 
upon all those who will be able to give their aid, to enroll at the office 



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of the State Employment Bnrean, or of any of the other organizations 
giving special attention to this work; and, in enrolling, to state when 
their services will be available, the kind of work preferred, etc. Such 
communications as are sent to my office in Sacramento will be referred 
to the proper bureau. 

Tt is highly important that every source of labor suj^ply be availed 
of. Where feasible, employers in nonessential industries should give 
leaves of absence to employees who will volunteer. 

Among those cooperating in this movement are the P'ederal Emphiy- 
ment Service for the Pacific Coast, the State Employment Bureau, the 
Farm Labor Committee of the State Council of Defense, the United 
States Public Service Reserve, the Agricultural Department of the 
I'^niversity of California including the farm advisers, the State Hor- 
ticultural Commissioner and his deputies, the Immis'ration and Hous- 
ing Commission, the Industrial Welfare Connnission. the Women's 
Land Army, and other organizations. 

Further details of this very important enterprise to save the crops 
of California are being worked out and the public will be advised as 
the plans proceed, but the particular purpose of this proclamation is 
to urge every available person to enroll to the end that our solemn 
obligation to give our maximum to tlie world's supplv of food be ful- 
filled. 



ITALY DAY PROCLAMATION. 

May 24. tOlS. 

I have been advised by the Honorable Robert Lansing, Secretary of 
State, that President Wilson has directed that on INIay 24th, the third 
anniversary of the entrance of Italy into the war, the Italian flag be 
displayed on all public buildings of the United States. 

I know that the people of California are sincere in their admiration 
of the heroism Italy has displayed in this war and I therefore request 
that as an outward symbol of that feeling the Italian flag be displayed 
on May 24th on all public buildings. 



BUY COAL WEEK PROCLAMATION. 
June 3-S. 1918. 

The problem of transportation of munitions, food, and other neces- 
sities from interior points to the seacoast is one of the most vital with 
w^hich the government has to deal in these times of stress. Particularly 
during the winter is it difficult to keep the trains moving to the extent 
that is necessary if we are to keep the men at the front supplied. The 
Fuel Administration is urging the people who consume coal to buy 
their coal now in order that it may be transported during the summer 
season and the railroads relieved of the congestion caused by the enor- 
mous traffic in coal during the winter months. It is also desired that 



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production in the coal mines be kept at the maximum during the sum- 
mer and if we all order ovir coal now the mines will operate at greater 
capacity than ordinarilj^ during the summer season. 

At the suggestion of the Fuel Administrator, I do therefore desig- 
nate the week of June 3d to June 8th as "Buy Coal Week," and I hope 
that everyone will, during this week, place their orders for next win- 
ter's fuel for delivery during the summer months. 



FLAG DAY PROCLAMATION. 

June 14, 1918. 

Ever since the day Betsy Ross stitched together the Stars and Stripes 
our flag has stood for the freedom of mankind. Not once has it been 
borne into battle for a cause other than the establishment and protec- 
tion of human liberties. Until the beginning of this war, we have 
fought only that our own freedom or that of peoples dependent upon 
us might not be swept aside. 

Today, however, the forces of the United States fight on foreign soil 
as an ally of foreign nations for the freedom of the world and at their 
head flies the Stars and Stripes twined with the Union Jack, the Tri- 
color and the flags of our other noble allies. 

Under such circumstances the celebration of Flag Day, June 14th, 
should enlist the enthusiastic interest and support of us all. I urge 
that assemblages be held in all communities; that the Star Spangled 
Banner be sung and the pledge of allegiance to our flag rencAved. 



NATIONAL WAR SAVINGS DAY PROCLAMATION. 

June 28, 1918. 

One of the very important phases of individual work toward win- 
ning the war is the saving of money and the investment of it in the 
securities of the United States. Our government, in the equipping of 
our war forces, buys every sort of material that the individual uses in 
his daily life. 

At this time we should encourage the purchase of thrift stamps and 
war savings stamps. By this means an avenue of saving is thrown 
open to every individual. Those W'hose means do not permit of large 
savings can nevertheless, by depriving themselves in a very small 
degree, invest in war savings stamps, and by so doing they will be of 
direct assistance and benefit to the nation. 

The National War Savings Committee, through its subcommittees in 
the various states, is organizing war savings societies to encourage ty > 
habit of thrift and small savings. June 28th has been set aside by tL-. 
President as National War Savings Day in order to emphasize the 
importance of the work which is being done. The people of California 
are expected by the nation to save and invest in war savings stamps to 
the value at maturity of $61,345,980. We have responded nobly to the 
various calls made by the government for the liberty loan. Our Red 



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Cross memberships and subscriptions have been so great that we are 
very proud of our record. Let us be equally successful in our war 
savings campaign. To assure that result, I urge all persons to become 
members of war savings societies, to encourage, by all possible means, 
investment in war savings stamps and thrift stamps and join with their 
respective war savings committees in celebrating National War Sav- 
insrs Dav. 



LOYALTY DAY STATEMENT. 
July 4, 191S. 

The foreign-born citizens of the United States have sent a petition to 
President Wilson announcing their intention of celebrating the next 
Independence Day as Loyalty Day to demonstrate their love for their 
country and its cause. President Wilson has heartily approved of their 
intention. As Governor of California I wish to express my apprecia- 
tion of the spirit that has prompted such a petition. We should encour- 
age by every possible means the development in our foreigii-born popu- 
lation of the spirit of loyalty to this country. We should do our utmost 
to make those from foreign lands who become citizens of this nation 
realize the obligation which they owe to the country of their choice 
for the privileges which are accorded them here. They should be citi- 
zens in thought and in inspiration as well as in fact. 

I hope that in all celebrations held in California, on the Fourth of 
July, an especial effort will be made to bring in our foreign-born citi- 
zens as participants in order that they may have an opportunity to 
show the patriotism they have in their hearts. California, particularly, 
has a large population born in other lands and should leave nothing 
undone to weld that population together as a body of citizens whose 
loyalty is pledged to this nation. By so doing not only will the foreign 
born receive the greatest benefit from their American citizenship, but 
the American born will acquire the great benefits that come from a 
mixed people. 



INDEPENDENCE DAY PROCLAMATION. 

.Tilly 4, 1918. 

The Fourth of July of 1918 will have a new appeal to the men and 
women of the United States. The fires of a genuine patriotism are 
burning as never before in the history of our country. In this time of 
travail and sacrifice, a new America is being born. Our people are, in 
the common cause of developing a national spirit vital to our institu- 
tions. The hyphen has disappeared and no more is there to be classi- 
fication of citizenship. We are all one, a nation united and resolute. 
The spirit of this new brotherhood is invincil)le, and Kaiserism cannot 
Avithstand it. 



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FALL OF THE BASTILE ANNIVERSARY PROCLAMATION. 

July 14, 1918. 

On the 14:tli of July the Republic of France will celebrate the one 
hundred and twenty-ninth anniversary of the fall of the Bastile and 
the l)irth of her freedom. It is fitting that on that day we should do 
honor to our heroic ally by displaying the colors of the United States 
and of France. In such manner we can in some measure acknowledge 
our ancient debt to France and symbolize our union with her in the 
cause of human freedom. 

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STUDENT NURSES 'reserve PROCLAMATION. 

July 29, 1918. 

The California Woman's Council of the National Council of Defense 
has asked California to furnish one thousand women to enroll in the 
Student Nurses Reserve. Enrollment will begin July 29th. 

I am sure that in this call many women will find the opportunity for 
which they have been looking since the outbreak of the war, an oppor- 
tunity' of receiving training that will ultimately fit them for actual 
nursing in the field of battle. 

Women can render no greater service to their nation than to bind 
the wounds and ease the suffering of those who have fallen in battle. 
May California's response to the call be immediate and overwhelming! 



PROCLAMATION FOR THE PURCHASE OF WAR SAVINGS 
STAMPS ON ADMISSION DAY. 

September 9, 1918. 

I have been asked by the War Savings Committee for Northern 
California to designate Admission Day, September 9th, as a special day 
for the purchase of war savings stamps and for the redemption of 
pledges made heretofore for the purchase of such stamps and for the 
anticipation of such pledges insofar as possible. 

In the enthusiasm aroused by the victories of our men on the west 
front we must not forget our duty to continue to save and to lend our 
savings to the government for only by so doing can we keep our 
strength at its highest point. I feel that we cannot over-emphasize the 
importance of the investment of every dollar we can spare in war 
savings securities. I do, therefore, take pleasure in designating Sep- 
tember 9, 1918, as a special day for the purchase of war savings 
stamps and trust that on that day all of those who have heretofore 
pledged themselves to purchase such stamps will redeem their pledges 
insofar as possible and those who have already redeemed their pledges 
Avill purchase additional stamps to the extent of their ability. 



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SELECTIVE DRAFT REGISTRATION PROCLAMATION. 

Sei)toml)Oi- 12. IDI.S. 

The Presideut of the United States has fixed September 12, 1918, 
as the day upon wliieli all men, between the ages of eighteen and 
forty-five, who have not registered heretofore, shall register for the 
selective draft. 

It is necessary in order to carry out the said registration accurately 
and completely that the entire people devote themselves to that single 
purpose on the day designated. 

Therefore, I, AVilliam D. Stephens, Governor of the State of Cali- 
fornia, by virtue of the power and authority in me vested do hereby 
proclaim Thursday, September 12, 1918, to be a public holiday. 

I do hereby recommend to all municipal and county authorities hav- 
ing jurisdiction that they see to it that all saloons are closed on that 
day between the hours of 7 a.m. and 9 p.m. 



GAS MASK STATEMENT. 

ScptcmluT 20. mis. 

I can think of no better work that the young num and women of 
the Los Angeles city schools can do toward winning the war at the 
present time than to devote themselves to saving fruit seeds or pits 
and nut shells for the })urpose of making charcoal for the gas masks. 
The gas mask used by the American troops is the most effective of 
any that has been designed for the use of the allied armies. The 
charcoal made out of nut shells and fruit pits is absolutely essential 
for this gas mask. Without the masks the casualties among our troops 
would be far in excess of those we now suffer. Each of you should 
make it your duty to see that every nut shell and every pit is saved 
by your families, and, furthermore, you should endeavor to collect 
as many as possible of the seeds of ornamental date palms, which are 
so plentiful in southern California, as these seeds also make the best 
grade of charcoal. 

I know that all of you are anxious to do everything that you can 
to win the war, and I am sure that an earnest eft'ort on your part along 
the lines I have mentioned will be of very great eft'ect. 



FOURTH LIBERTY LOAN PROCLAMATION. 

September 2S. 1918. 

One hundred and fifty thousand sons of California have gone to the 
war. They have pledged their very lives to fight till the terrible menace 
of Prussian autocracy has been forever destroyed. 

The supreme duty for us at home is to give them the strength that 
will enalile them to end the war on their own terms and to end it 
(juickly. 



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ll! the fourth liberty loan lies our opportunity to prove to them 
our uualtera])le purpose to support them to the end and our determi- 
nation to bring them home victorious. 

We cannot approximate the sacrifice they are making, but we can 
furnish them with the material means that will insure success. 

No man who stands for the principles on which this nation is founded 
will fail to respond to the nation's call to the utmost extent of his 
ability. 

California must and will do her full dutv. 



FOURTH LIBERTY DAY PROCLAMATION. 

October 12, 191S. 

The task of raising California's quota of the fourth liberty loan 
is the most momentous one that has faced us since the declaration of 
war. Every man and woman nnist make it their first business to see 
to it that they subscribe to the utmost extent of their ability. If they 
do less than that, this state, which so far has met every call of the 
nation with an overwhelming response, may fail to do its share. 

October 12th has been designated by the President as Liberty Day. 
Being Discovery Day it is also a legal holiday. It should be celebrated 
by every citizen in this state working to one end — the success of the 
libertv loan. 



BUY ANOTHER BOND APPEAL. 

October 12, 1918. 

Although I have already subscribed all I thought I could afford, I 
am now borrowing to take another liberty l)ond. I think it the duty 
of every citizen to buy every dollar's worth of bonds in this fourth 
liberty loan he can in any way handle. We must show Germany 
that we are whole-heartedly and unreservedly back of our boys and our 
flag; and that we shall fight on until unconditional surrender has been 
made by Germany's army and navy, by the Kaiser and his war lords 
too. Adecjuate and satisfactory guarantee must also be made by Ger- 
many that she will make restitution and reparation to all those nations 
she has so grievously wronged. 

Let every man do his full duty now. Buy another bond if possible. 



PLANS FOR RECONSTRUCTION OUTLINED TO THE DIRECTOR 
OF THE STATE COUNCIL OF DEFENSE. 

November 1, 1918. 

Among the problems growing out of the war is the very serious one 
of making provision for our returning soldiers and for the industrial 
readjustment and reconstruction that will follow the restoration of 
peace. 

Especially must we be concerned with questions affecting the welfare 
of our brave defenders. Many of them will be seriously maimed and 



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crippled, and their rehal)ilitation and reeducation constitute a problem 
that should eonunand our very best thought. Also there must be made 
provision for those who will he physically sound, and who will be 
anxious to re-enter as speedily as possible the normal occupations. 

For months past, various of our state departments have been devot- 
ing a great deal of earnest thought and attention to these problems. 
Some very excellent ideas have been advanced and are now being 
worked out to meet the industrial situation that will follow when not 
only our soldiers return but when the thousands now engaged in ship- 
luiilding and kindred war activities here at home are no longer engaged 
in those branches. 

What is urgently needed is a central agency to survey the entire field 
and to work out a unified, comprehensive after-the-war program, that 
may serve as a basis for recommendations to the legislature. I have 
had under consideration several plans, but have concluded that the 
State Council of Defense, under your able directorship, is best equipped 
to undertake this important task. 

If you and your associates on the State Council of Defense are willing 
to assume this responsibility I can bespeak the earnest cooperation of 
all state departments. Among the officials and departments that will 
be especially interested in this work are the Attorney General, Con- 
troller, Adjutant General, State Board of Control, Railroad Commis- 
sion, Land Settlement Board, Industrial Welfare Commission, Com- 
mission of Horticulture, State INIarket Commission, University of Cali- 
fornia, State Labor Bureau, State Board of Health, Industrial Accident 
Commission, State Water Commission, Immigration and Housing Com- 
mission and State Board of Education. 

The problem is a broad one, and will touch practically every phase 
of the social and economic life of our people. If we would avoid the 
industrial dislocation that naturally^ would follow the sudden release of 
so many workers from war service, w^e must give immediate attention 
to certain constructive policies that the new conditions will require. 

Among the subjects which should form at least the basis for a study 
of the general field are the following : 

1. The development of new constructional projects for the immediate employ- 

ment of our soldiers after demobilization and until they have been distributed 
back into their normal occupations. Among projects of this character are 
waste waters, the development of irrigation and reclamation undertakings, 
highway construction, etc. 

2. Closely related to the above is the utilization of California's limitless hydro- 

electrical energy to its fullest possibility. Nothing could better stimulate 
our progress in manufacturing. 

3. Extension of Califoiniia's plan of land settlement and colonization. This plan 

makes provision for land settlement through state aid, and is the most 
advanced step taken by any state along this line. I hope that this splendid 
project will be developed so that our state can offer to returning soldiers 
the opportunity to secure farms and homes of their own. 

4. Labor problems resulting from demobilization problems not only of the 

returned soldiers but of the men and women now engaged in war work, and 
in occupations affected by the war. 

5. Industrial readjustment resulting from demobilization. 

6. Rehabilitation and reeducation of returned soldiers, utilizing wherever possible 

existing public institutions such as the State School for the Blind, Polytechnic 
Schools, etc. 



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7. Development, through our universities and schools, of scientific research and 

technical education as an aid to industry. 

8. Survey of California's agricultural areas to determine if land is being put 

to its greatest economic use. 

9. Finding foreign markets so as to be prepared for the cheap water transportation 

that will come when the present government-owned shipping is no longer 
needed for war purposes ; also preparation of their harbors for handling the 
world's shipping. 

10. Organizing California's agricultural, horticultural and other industries for in- 

creased production and to provide plans for quickly assembling and market- 
ing our products. 

11. Study of employment problems in all industries so as to prevent, as far as 

possible, non-employment, either of returned soldiers or of those now engaged 
in war industries ; also, the consideration of a minimum wage that will insure 
the maintenance of the American standard of living. 

12. Consideration of plans for readjusting and stabilizing food prices and for 

reducing as swiftly as possible the high cost of living. 



ARMISTICE DAY PROCLAMATION. 

November 11, 191S. 

In order that we may fittingly celebrate the cessation of hostilities, 
I. William D. Stephens, Governor of the State of California, by virtue 
of the authority vested in me do hereby declare IMonday, November 11, 
1918, to be a pul)li{' holiday. 



UNITED WAR WORK CAMPAIGN PROCLAMATION. 

November 11, 1918. 

On November 11th there will be instituted throughout this country 
the United War Work drive to raise a fund to support the work of 
the Y. M. C. A., Y. W. C. A., National Council, Catholic Council, 
Jewish Welfare Board, Salvation Army, War Camp Community Ser- 
vice, and the American Library Association. 

These are the organizations which provide for our men at the front 
and in the training camps at home the recreation, comforts and social 
life that is so necessary for their well being. Their representatives 
have gone into the very front line of battle. Many of them have given 
their lives in the service. Those at home should give them united and 
generous support. 

Even if the long hoped for victory comes in the very near future, it 
will be many months before our boys can be brought home to us. 
Those months will be long and dreary ones for them and we should do 
our utmost to lighten their hours. 

By an immediate and generous response to this call, we will send 
to California's sons in the nation's service another tangible message 
of good cheer and another proof of our devotion to them. 



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TRIBUTE TO THE RELATIVES OF CALIFORNIA'S HERO DEAD. 

November 11, IDIS. 

This is indeed a happy day for all the world, and we of California, 
conscious of having done our full part, join in the manifestations of joy 
with true patriotic fervor. 

California's war record is one of which every citizen may be proud. 
Our contribution in men, in money and in materials has been second 
to no state in the union. 

More than five hundred gold stars in our state's service flag tell of 
the heroic sacrifice that our loyal sons have made in defense of world 
freedom and world democracy. 

To the mothers, the fathers and the wives of our brave defenders, 
I wish, on behalf of the State of California, to pay an especial tribute 
of love and affection. Their sacrifice has not been in vain. 

Great is our joy. Great also, is our responsibility. Victory has 
crowned our standard, but victory has brought with it serious problems 
of reconstruction to which we must now turn with the same earnest 
enthusiasm that marked our participation in the war. "We face a future 
full of glowing promise. 

To a gracious Providence we render thanks on this day of rejoicing. 



ENDORSEMENT OF THE WORK OF THE VICTORY BOYS AND 
GIRLS IN THE UNITED WAR WORK CAMPAIGN. 

November 14, 1918. 

I am glad to add my endorsement to the work of the Victory Boys 
and Victory Girls in the United "War Work campaign. 

The brave men in our forces at home and abroad have done a noble 
part in the great victory that has been achieved. 

Demobilization will take a long time, and we must make it certain 
that during that period our men are kept in the highest spirits. 

An overwhelming response to the call of the United "War activities 
Avill insure that result. 



PROCLAMATION FOR THE USE OF HOME PRODUCTS ON 
THANKSGIVING DAY. 

November 22. 1918. 

I desire to draw to the attention of the people of California the 
suggestion that has come from the national government at Washington 
that home products be utilized in Thanksgiving dinners in order to fur- 
ther the conservation of food and to help relieve the burden on the coun- 
try's transportation facilities. 

The need of cooperation on the part of the households of America in 
giving their aid to meeting the world's food problems continues to be 
urgent. Starvation confronts millions of people in Europe, and it is 
chiefly from our storehouses that relief must be obtained. The splendid 
response that the people of this country have shown during the war 



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helped to meet successfully some very critical situation^ among the 
allied countries where shortage had become very acute. These con- 
ditions in Europe have not abated and real service can be given in 
complying with all such suggestions, as this one coming from the 
national authorities. 



THANKSGIVING DAY PROCLAMATION. 

November 22, 191S. 

By proclamation of the President of the United States, Thursday, 
the 28th day of November, has been designated a day of thanksgiving 
and prayer. 

Never before in the history of our country has there been such 
occasion for praise to Almighty God. The most cruel war of the 
centuries has come to an end. America has done a proud part in the 
great cause for right and justice, and the generations to come will 
honor the memory of the brave men who gave their lives in order that 
the peoples on this earth might be free. 

Those who have suffered loss of loved ones find a measure of solace 
in contemplation of what the sacrifice means for human liberty. The 
world's freedom is now secure. Peace — we hope enduring peace — is 
now at hand. Our men sent overseas have helped to establish a new 
Christian fraternity among the nations. Justice has triumphed over 
the heartlessness of might. The women and children of all lands are 
safe. 

It has been our privilege in California to give a generous measure 
of aid in the conflict. We have provided in full measure from our 
abundant production of food ; we have rallied to the call of the national 
government in its financial needs ; and we have supplied more than our 
quota of men for the armies. We are grateful that we have been able 
thus to serve the nation. 

Now, therefore, I, William D. Stephens, Governor of California, do 
hereby declare the said 28th day of November, 1918, to be a legal 
holiday for thanksgiving and prayer. 



WORLD RELIEF WEEK PROCLAMATION. 

December 1-7, 191S. 

The responsibility of America to feed a starving world is being 
brought home to the people of the United States during the week of 
December 1st to 7th, through the United States Food Administration. 

Mr. Hoover is now in Europe at the direction of the President for 
the purpose of ascertaining definitely the part which America must 
play in rescuing humanity from starvation during the next six months. 

Now, therefore, I, William D. Stephens, Governor of the State of 
California, do hereby set aside the week of December 1st to 7th to be 
known as World Relief Week, in conformity with similar action being 
taken by all states of the Union, during which our people are asked 
to give special consideration to the message which will be brought them 
through speakers and the press upon this subject of vital human 
necessity. 



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BRITISH DAY PROCLAMATION. 

December 7, 1!)1S. 

In tribute to the British people for their splendid part in winning 
the great world war and in furtherance of the new spirit of good will 
and cooperation between nations that has grown out of the war, plans 
have been set on foot for the observance by the people of the United 
States, of Saturday, the seventh of December, as British Day. 

Any such movement to inculcate international friendship and cordial 
understanding enlists our earnest interest and approval. 

The debt civilization owes to Great Britian cannot be measured. 
With the allied nations she stood valiantly and Avith untold sacrifice 
until cruel and wanton autocracy Avas utterlv crushed. 

Such manifestations of appreciation and good will as have been 
planned for December 7th will tend greatly to cement the bonds of 
international friendship. 

Most earnestly do I appeal to the people of California to join heartily 
in paying tribute to our fellow-men and women of the British Empire. 



RED CROSS MEMBERSHIP PROCLAMATION. 

December 0-2:!. ]!)1S. 

The end of the war has brought with it no cessation of the labors 
of the Red Cross. The evacuation of occupied territory by the enemy 
has vastly increased the work of rehabilitation of the devastated 
countries, the succor of the homeless and of the friendless, and the 
feeding of the starving. The need for a large and active membership 
in the society is greater than ever. 

Last year under the inspiration of actual war the people of this 
state thronged to join the Red Cross. This year the opportunity 
presented to us of world-wide charity should be equally inspiring. 

During the period between December 9th and 23d, the Red Cross 
is carrying on a drive for membership known as the Christmas Roll 
Call and presenting to all of us an opportunity to become members of 
that great organization and to take part in the noble work it is doing. 
We should all be intensely proud if we could say to the world that 
every citizen of California was a member of the Red Cross, and I hope 
that the people of this state will make the realization of the idea their 
goal during the period of the drive. We can do no greater thing at 
this time. 



APPRECIATION OF THE SERVICES OF THE 91ST DIVISION. 

December 1-5, 191S. 

The future generations of Californians will take great pride in the 
part played by this state in the great war lately brought to a close. 
Over 150,000 men went to the colors in this state under the draft and 
bv enlistment. 



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The fanners of Califuniia supplied to the army and navy, and par- 
ticularly to the allies, a g'reater quantity of food than any other state 
in the union. 

Every call of the lil)erty loan or for the supi)ort of the various war 
activities was met and oversubscribed. The women of the state by 
their work in the Red Cross cauteen service and the Y. W. C. A. sup- 
plied to the fi'i'htiuo^ forces vast quantities of clothing and foodstulTs 
and rendered services never before equalled. 

In all of these things California was at the forefront, but I believe 
that the most decisive factor toward the winning of the war that this 
state contributed was the bravery, the heroism and the unheard of 
energy of the men from California who fought in the battle of the 
Argonne and later on the crossing of the river Scheldt in Belgium 
with the Ninety-tirst Division. Their audacity and resourcefulness has 
been commended by our allies as well as by the commander of our 
own army, and I am sure their conduct will go down in history as 
California's proudest tradition. 



COMMUNITY DAY PROCLAMATION. 

In order to preserve to the State of California the social and moral 
asset which it has acquired through the development of the cooperative 
spirit during the war, and in order to weld our people into a more per- 
fect democracy. I hereby appoint Friday, December 27, 1918, as Com- 
munity Day, and call upon all leaders of war activities, all state, 
county, and city officials, as well as all other public spirited citizens to 
join in the movement, and to urge their friends and neighbors to join 
in the movement inaugurated by the State Council of Defense, to the 
end that on that day a community council will be organized in every 
community district in California. The idea of community organization 
has already been endorsed by the President and other national author- 
ities. 

During the Christmas season let us thus put the spirit of peace and 
good will into practical application. 



APPRECIATION OF THE SERVICES OF THE CALIFORNIA 
COLORED TROOPS. 

December 28. tOlS. 

I am glad of an oppoi'tunity to express my admiration for the colored 
troops from this state who so bravely fought for their country in the 
^^'ar just brought to a close. 

Colored troops have shown themselves to be unsurpassed in courage 
and in devotion to duty, and in the battles on the western front they 
have made their place secure for all time on the roll of the nation's 
heroes. 



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AVe of California ai-c proud of tliciii aiul we will wclcoinc Humii 
honie' with the enthusiastic appreciation that is clue to men who have 
risked their all for the liberty of their country. 

God grant that they may return soon and that the victoi-y which 
they have helped to win will make forever impossible anothei' such 
woi'hl traeedv. 



ARMENIAN-SYRIAN RELIEF DAY PROCLAMATION. 

January 12. I'.ni). 

The hearts of the American people have been torn by the storj^ of the 
suffering' of the S^yrian and Armenian peoples during the last four 
years. Ground for centuries under the heel of Turkish oppression, 
they have, since the beginning of the war, undergone untold cruelties 
and unspeakable outrages. 

One of the greatest tasks of reconstruction that faces us is that of 
relief to these destitute peoples. In our happin&ss over the coming of 
peace we will be lacking in the spirit of Cbristian charity if we over- 
look the martyred inhabitants of these lands. 

In order to emphasize our duty in this matter I take pleasure in des- 
ignating Sunday, January 12, 1919, as Armenian-Syrian Relief Day, 
Avith the hope that the people of California will give freely and cheer- 
fullv to this worthv cau.se. 



ENLISTMENT WEEK PROCLAMATION. 

.lanuary '2') — February 1, 101!). 

With the approach of another harvest season plans are being per- 
fected under the auspices of the Department of the Interior and the 
Bureau of Education to enlist throughout the nation 5,000,000 boys 
and girls in the United States School Garden Army for the purpose of 
encouraging the planting of gardens and the production of home gi'own 
vegetables and fruits. 

Last year this movement resulted in the production of thousands of 
tons of food stuffs, thereby releasing for shipment to our allies and to 
the starving peoples of the devastated countries large quantities of 
food that otherwise could not have been spared. The necessit}^ of feed- 
ing the people of certain of the allied nations has with the coming of 
peace, become more critical than ever before, and, consequently, we 
should develop with greater energy our plans for increased production 
here at home. 

To emphasize the importance of this movement, I hereby designate 
and set apart the week beginning January 25th, as Enlistment Week, 
during which time it will be the endeavor of those in charge of the 
movement in California to enlist 150,000 school children of this state 
in the United States School Garden Army. I heartily approve the plan 
announced, and I hope that all persons, particularly those having chil- 
dren old enough to take part in the movement, will give it their loyal 
support. 



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STATEMENT OF THE APPOINTMENT OF THE STATE COMMIT- 
TEE ON SOLDIERS' EMPLOYMENT AND READJUSTMENT. 

February 5, 1919. 

In pursuance of an act of the legislature I have appointed a group 
of persons to serve on the Committee on Soldiers' Employment and 
Eeadjustment, which shall assist in securing employment for soldiers, 
sailors, marines and others who have served with the armed forces of 
the United States during the European War. This committee will 
cooperate with federal, state, county and municipal officials in dealing 
with the problem of unemployment. The committee is further empow- 
ered to aid in bringing about expeditious allowance and payment of all 
allotments and allowances provided for by federal laws for the protec- 
tion of the soldiers and the maintenance of their dependents. 

I desire to bespeak for this committee tlie active cooperation of all 
the citizens of the state. Employers must realize their responsibility 
to help meet this situation of readjustment and give the committee 
active assistance if the problem is to be met successfully. The people 
of California have at all times been heartily responsive to the call to 
public duty, and I know they will in this instance again help maintain 
our state's proud war record. 

The members of the committee will give their time and energy to 
this work without compensation. I am much gratified tliat men and 
women of such splendid ability' have consented to undertake this very 
important work for the public good. 

The committee wall be called together at once to carry on the work 
alreadv set in motion bv the State Council of Defense. 



LEAGUE OF NATIONS DAY PROCLAMATION. 

February 17. 1919. 

On February 19th and 20th the Pacific Congress for a League of 
Nations will convene in San Francisco. The purpose of this congress is 
to further the idea of the League of Nations now being discussed 
before the Peace Conference and to bring before the people of the Paci- 
fic slope the meaning of the League of Nations and the aspirations of 
those who advocate it. It is desired by those in charge of the congress 
that the young people of our state be educated in this movement as 
well as the adults, and they desire that exercises be held in every school 
in the state. 

I believe that the principle and plan of the League of Nations should 
be thoroughly discussed and widely disseminated, and in order that 
such discussion may occur, I do hereby designate Monday, February 
17th as League of Nations Day, and request that appropriate exercises 
be held on that day in the schools in order that the idea may be fully 
explained to our children. 



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SPECIAL MESSAGE TO THE LEGISLATURE REGARDING 
THE CONSTRUCTION OF STATE HIGHWAYS. 

April 3, 1!)!!). , 

Measures now before you for consideration provide for the buildino- 
of many hundreds of miles of state highways. So far as I can learn 
there seems to be in every section of the state a very general opinion 
that we should at this time undertake the construction of such addi- 
tional roads as are essential to greater industrial development and will 
directly contribute to the prosperity of all the people. 

Through their favorable experience with highways already con- 
structed the people of California have become confirmed in their sup- 
port of good roads. They have come to appreciate the value of those 
splendid arteries of commerce leading into every section of the state, 
not only for the tourist and pleasure seeker, but for the business man 
and for the transportation of passengers and freight. Besides provid- 
ing for the handling of the products of fields and factories to market 
and to rail and to water terminals, these splendid highways extending 
along our coast line and the great interior valleys with laterals to all 
sections of the state, from a standpoint of military defense alone are 
worth many times the amount of money that has been expended upon 
them in the past and that it is now proposed to spend upon their com- 
pletion. 

It is the duty of the state government of California no less than it 
is the duty of individual citizens to do all those things which can he 
done to provide employment for returning soldiers, sailors and 
marines. Every brave lad who answered the nation's call and stood 
ready and willing to give his life, if need be, tliat free institutions 
might be preserved, is entitled as a matter of right and justice, to have 
an opportunity to earn an honest living. 

By engaging on a large scale in the construction of necessary roads 
at this time California not only can in large measure discharge her 
duty to returning heroes but at the same time greatly promote her 
own prosperity. I believe it to be a fact that the state never has 
derived so great benefit from any expenditure or investment as from 
the money spent upon the state highway system. 

If this extensive program of highway constraction can be put into 
operation without delay it will materially assist in absorbing back into 
the peace time industries of this state not only the men who have been 
serving in the army or navy, but also many of those who have been 
engaged in war industries. Some of the men employed in building 
ships soon must be seeking other employment. The returning veteran 
who goes back to liis former place in factory, or shop, or store, or office, 
or farm must displace some other worker and provision also must be 
made for the displaced worker. 

If California is to attain the highest degree of prosperity she must 
expand her industries and her activities so as to provide many more 
jobs than now exist. There must be work for every honest man or 
woman who wants to work. Not only must we provide work for return- 
ing soldiers but as well we must see to it that those now engaged in 
useful pursuits be not thereby forced into idleness. A state is truly 



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prosperous only when its people are happily and contentedly engaged 
in honest and profitable pursuits. 

If the state will authorize the extensive program of highway con- 
struction which it appears is agreed upon in all sections as being both 
desirable and necessary, and will arrange to put these operations into 
effect at once, it will make a vers- substantial contribution toward pro- 
viding places for those who wish to work. If the state will do its part 
in providing additional work private business no doubt can be relied 
upon to keep pace and the industries of the state soon will he restored 
to a healthful and profitable peace basis. 

I earnestly urge that the Legislature take immediate action to place 
before the people of this state a proposition to vote additional highway 
bonds. That those bonds may be voted at the earliest date and the 
actual construction begun with the least delay, I suggest that the mat- 
ter be submitted to the people in the form of an amendment to the Con- 
stitution of California, to be passed upon at a special election to be 
called as soon after adjournment of the legislature as possil)le, and that 
because of the special importance of the matter no other questions be 
put upon the ballot at that time. 

I respectfully request that you give this undertaking your earnest 
consideration. 



EMPLOYMENT SUNDAY PROCLAMATION. 

May 4, 1910. 

In order to increase public interest in the responsibility that is ours 
of finding employment for everyone of our returning soldiers, the 
United States Department of Labor and the United States Employ- 
ment Service have asked me to declare Sunday, the 4th of May, 
' ' Employment Sunday. ' ' All churches are uniting in an effort to assist 
the United States Employment Service in finding work for our return- 
ing boys as fast as they are demobilized. We owe it to our state, to 
our country, and to ourselves to bring about industrial readjustment 
as rapidly as possible and to find a job for every man who went to war 
for his country. 

I am glad, therefore, to heartily endorse the appeal for the observ- 
ance of "Employment Sunday," and I trust that in every church 
throughout California the importance of affording employment to our 
returning heroes will be made the chief topic of the day. 



VICTORY LOAN STATEMENT. 

May 5, 1019. 

The citizens of California must realize at once the imperative duty 
that devolves upon them to subscribe to the victory loan. Thus far our 
state has sustained a war record which we may justly regard with 
highest pride. The burdens of war are by no means ended, and 
response to the financial needs of the national government is a patriotic 
responsibility we must fulfill heartily and generously. 



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I am advised by the war loan organization that the matter of reach- 
ing the allotted quota in this state is serious. Every citizen should 
recognize his and her obligation to the government. The State of 
California cainiot and must not be remiss in this critical situation. It 
is critical, for if our state will not do its part a new and unhappy 
estimate will attach to the people of California. 

Tlie state of Oregon already has passed its quota. We must con- 
gratulate our neighbor state, and must endeavor quickly to join her 
in her proud record. The people of that state are no wealthier and are 
no more patriotic than are the people of California. It must be that 
the people of our state have not been sufficiently aroused to the urgency 
of the call that has been upon them. 

I wish to appeal to the people of California to bestir themselves and 
to subscribe the full (|Uota at once. I trust that our editors and orators 
who have an opportunity of addressing the public will impress on our 
people with all vigor possible, the urgency of the situation confronting 
them. 



FRANCO-AMERICAN CHILDREN'S FETE DAY PROCLAMATION. 

May 24. 101!). 

Throughout the United States, on May 24, a celebration will be held 
for the purpose of interesting the children of the United States in the 
condition of their little brothers and sisters in France who have been 
left fatherless by the war. 

In 1777, when the American Colonies were struggling for liberty, 
the young people of France as personified by Lafayette proved their 
sympathy with our cause by sending to us soldiers and money to 
strengthen our forces and to enable us to carry on the fight. It is 
altogether fitting that we now attempt to pay in some measure the 
obligation which we owe to France for their invaluable assistance in 
our time of need. The thousands of French children who have been 
left fatherless by the flame of German destruction cry out to us for 
sympathy and assistance, and I am sure that every child in this state 
if he knew the story of the children in France would do everything in 
his power to give them some of the happiness with which American 
children are blessed. I do therefore take great pleasure in setting 
aside the 24th of May as Franco- American Children's Fete Day, with 
the hope that on that day celebrations will be held throughout the state 
in which the children will take a particular part and that the ties of 
sympathy between our children and those of France will be particularly 
emphasized. 



MEMORIAL DAY PROCLAMATION. 

May 30. 1910. 

Ever since the end of the civil war we have, on the 30th day of May 
of each year, gathered together to do honor to the men who gave their 
lives that this nation might be wholly free. This year there have been 
added to that list of heroes the names of our sons who have died that 



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the world might be free. No act of reverence, no hymn of praise can 
pay the debt we owe to those men. We can, however, by meeting 
together with appropriate exercises express the unbounded gratitude 
we owe to them and the profound admiration we have for their bravery 
and for their patriotism. 

I hope that on this Memorial Day every citizen of California will join 
in the ceremonies held in his locality. 



BOY SCOUT WEEK PROCLAMATION. 

June S-14. 1919. 

The Boy Scouts of America constitute the nucleus for a tremendous 
power. This organization, properly backed, means an ever growing 
channel through which the boyhood of America may be guided into 
more vigorous and useful manhood. It has already rendered great 
service during the world war. 

Therefore, I, William D. Stephens, Governor of the State of Cali- 
fornia, do hereby supplement the appeal of our President for the 
observance of the week of June 8th to June 14th as Boy Scout Week, 
I appeal to the citizens of this state to cooperate in an effort to 
strengthen and enlarge the organization. 



FLAG DAY PROCLAMATION. 

June 14, 1919. 

Our flag now stands more emphatically than ever before for liberty 
and a '^ square deal" to all nations and to all men, be they great or 
small. The national emblem, revered through song and story, has been 
through another gruelling test, and has helped cut another notch in 
the solid oak of human progress. It has been said by our allies that 
the American soldier is more intense than any other in love for his 
flag. Let the nation be likewise during the period of reconstruction 
now upon us. 

I wish to call attention to Saturday, June 14th, which has been 
nationally proclaimed as Flag Day. 



REHABILITATION WEEK PROCLAMATION. 

June 20-27. 1919. 

I have been asked to aid in the establishment of intelligent and 
effective cooperative relations with the Federal Board for Vocational 
Education, in accordance with a national cooperative plan to assist all 
returning disabled soldiers to gainful occupations in civil life. 

I am sure every man, woman and child craves an opportunity to 
lend a hand in any movement for helping our returning heroes. The 
willing helpers, however, will appreciate a channel whereby their ener- 
gies can be intelligently directed. 



I, therefore, proclaim the week of June twentieth to twenty-seventh, 
Eehahilitation Week and lend cordial endorsement to the agencies meet- 
ing during that week in conference at the request of the Federal Board 
of this tlu^ Twelfth Rehabilitation District (offices in San Francisco and 
Los Angeles) . I also suggest to the churches of the state that they 
seriously consider devoting Sunday, June 22d, in large part, to dis- 
cussion of this Good Samaritan work. And I recommend to our schools 
that certain periods on Friday, the 20th, be set aside for the dissemi- 
nation of knowledge of this great work of reconstruction now being 
conducted by our government, and materially aided by patriotic organi- 
zations and individuals. 



SERVICE MEN'S EDUCATIONAL PROCLAMATION. 

.Tilly :!, T.tT.). 

Many of the citizens of this state rendered patriotic and valuable 
service to the country during the great war for civilization. Such men, 
whether commissioned or enlisted, have returned to their homes better 
qualified for the duties of citiztMis as a result of the training and expe- 
rience in the army. 

The War Department, l)eeause of the diseluirge of a large numl)er 
of men called to service for the emergeney, is desirous of securing 
recruits to fill the ranks of existing units of the army. 

Cami) Ijcwis. American Lake, Washington, at which many citizens of 
this state were trained, still possesses the facilities for military training, 
and in addition thereto it is tlie policy of the War Department to 
enable men serving in the army to undertake studies, or the practice of 
various trades, which will improve their academic standing at college, 
or increase their earning capacity, after their discharge. Not only are 
the men who served in the army assured of the benefits to be obtained 
through further service, but numy young men not yet married noi- 
established in life can well improve their citizenship by voluntarily 
enlisting for service in the army, either at Camp Lewis, or elsewhere. 

For the benefits of the citizens of this state I call attention to the 
educational opportunities afforded through service in the army, and 
])elieve that young men not yet committed to any profession or trade 
can well spend a year undergoing military training. 



GREETINGS TO THE PACIFIC FLEET ON ITS ENTRANCE INTO 
SAN FRANCISCO HARBOR. 

.September 1, 1911). 

California in unstinting measure extends its greetings to the great 
fleet entering San Francisco harbor. To its entire personnel, from 
the admiral commanding to the enlisted men in the depths of the fire- 
room, we offer the fullness of our love and admiration. 

i\Iay the placid waters of our coast and bay, under the genial rays 
of our California sun, dissipate all unpleasant recollections of the nerve- 



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racking days and nights of vigil through which they have so recently 
passed. After much anxiety we have our heroes home again, and our 
joy on their safe return is accentuated by pride and gratitude. 
Welcome ! Thrice welcome to our shores ! 



PERSONAL MESSAGE OF WELCOME TO RETURNING 
SERVICE MEN. 

Xovcinber 11. 1019. 

California is indeed proud of all her sons who served in the Army, 
Navy or JMarine Corps of the United States during the great w^orld 
w^ar. In all the world there were no braver or more self-sacrificing 
men — we rejoice in the return of so many to their homes and firesides — 
may peace and prosperity attend them. Please express to each one 
my personal appreciation of his patriotic service. 



SERVICE MEN'S HOME COMING CELEBRATION PROCLAMATION. 

Novcmbor 11. 1919. 

When America called her sons to the colors, the young men of our 
state responded with instant and noble enthusiasm. The imperishable 
glory California's sons achieved on the battlefields of France is known 
by all. Some of California's sons were not permitted to do their part 
face to face with the enemy ; nevertheless they served most loyally 
and well deserve our praise. 

It is fitting that we who watched with so mueh pride the departure 
of all should now prepare for them a welcome home ; that we should 
arrange such a home coming as will demonstrate our appreciation and 
prove again the warmth and understanding of our sympathy. On 
this day all other affairs should be laid aside and every city and town 
in our state should devote full time and attention to the welcome due 
our soldiers, sailors and marines. Ceremonies, music, parades and 
merrymaking so designed as to convey, not only home coming welcome, 
but recognition of service well performed should mark this date. 

Wherefore, I, William D. Stephens, Governor of the State of Cali- 
fornia, do hereby proclaim the eleventh day of November, 1919. a legal 
holiday in order that the citizens of California may celebrate with 
appropriate ceremonies the home coming of California's sons who 
served in the Army, Navy, and Marine Corps of the United States 
during the great war. I urge all public bodies, private organizations 
and individuals to unite in preparing for their respective localities a 
truly California welcome home. 



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GREETINGS TO RETURNED SERVICE MEN. 

November 11. 1919. 

Today a golden message is sent broadcast throughout our glorious 
State. "The boys are home." And to these boys, 133,000 strong, 
California's men and women today extend greeting. With one great 
accord, from every heart in California, goes forth the happy joyous 
greeting, "Welcome home." 

November 11, 1919, has been proclaimed the day for us to show our 
returned service men that we are a grateful people, and let us show 
our gratitude in true California fashion. 

The citizen, who in time of war offers himself as a guardian of the 
nation's honor, at grave danger to himself, is the man to whom we give 
the name of soldier. CJalifornia's manhood responded to the nation's 
call for soldiers until her honor roll far exceeded the number required 
of the state. 

California does appreciate the patriotic services rendered by her 
sons. The spirit of these men may be emulated by all, and thus planted 
the seed of a patriotic American citizenry. These men have endured 
liardsliip and privation, and by their valor and soblierly fortitude 
added a golden page to California's history. 

We desire our service men to return to their homes happy and con- 
tented in the knowledge that their work has been well done. We 
hope that as civilians they may render to the state the same splendid 
service they gave to the nation as soldiers. It is the sacred duty of the 
men to keep alive in the hearts of the American people the patriotic 
obligation of all men to their state and nation. 



ENDORSEMENT OF THE AMERICAN LEGION. 

.Tan nary 24. 1921). 

The American Legion, Department of California, will be a splendid 
force in the citizenship of our state that stands for law and order. The 
men have, in the test of the war, demonstrated their realization of their 
patriotic duty to tlie state and the country. They now recognize this 
sublime duty to be as imperative in time of peace as in times of war. 
The success of free government will be measured by the intelligence and 
the interest that its citizenship will give it. I am greatly pleased to 
learn that the Department of California will maintain a Legion publica- 
tion through which the membership can be stinuilated to maintain the 
principles on which the organization is founded. 



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ARMISTICE DAY PROCLAMATION. 

Xovt'uiber n. 1!)20. 

I hereby proclaim Thursday, the 11th day of November. 1920, a legal 
holiday, in commemoration of the armistice that ended the conflict of 
arms in the great workl war. 

On this day tribute should be paid to the memory of the young 
American manhood that was sacrificed. We must not forget the 
mothers, fathers, wives and other loved ones who suffered the heart- 
breaking loss of those dearest to them. 

There should also be expression on this day of rejoicing over the pre- 
servation of our civilization. The institutions of free government, the 
eternal principles of justice and right, and the doctrine of mercy and 
brotherhood were again triumphant in the greatest onslaught upon 
them that history has known. A significance will, therefore, in the 
years to come, be attached to Armistice Day that will mark it as one of 
the greatest events in human affairs. I shall suggest to the Legislature 
of California at its next session that November 11th be set aside as a 
permanent holiday. 







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